Picking / Warehouse Administrator

Company: Optix Africa (PTY) Ltd

Location: Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Type: Permanent – Normal

Number of Positions: 1

Reference Number: OPT260210-1

Closing Date: 17 February 2026

Job Summary

The Picking / Warehouse Administrator will coordinate all picking activities, manage inventory, and handle administrative tasks to ensure accurate and timely order fulfilment. The role uses a Warehouse Management System (WMS) to track stock, generate pick lists, and produce performance reports. You will be the main link between warehouse operations and management reporting.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Matric / Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) – essential. A diploma or certificate in Warehousing, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is an advantage.
• Experience: 2–3 years in a warehouse picking or administration role.
• Hands‑on experience with a WMS such as SAP WM/EWM, Manhattan, Blue Yonder, Infor, Oracle WMS, or similar.
• Familiarity with barcode scanners, RF devices, and automated picking technologies.
• Experience in a fast‑paced distribution or fulfilment centre is preferred.

Duties & Responsibilities

Picking & Order Fulfilment

• Plan and execute daily picking tasks to meet customer orders and delivery schedules.
• Use the WMS to create pick lists, allocate stock, and confirm order completion.
• Verify picked items against orders to minimise errors and returns.
• Manage wave planning and batch picking to improve warehouse efficiency.
• Investigate and resolve picking discrepancies, short shipments, and stock variances.

WMS Administration

• Operate and maintain the WMS for all picking, packing, and dispatch transactions.
• Process goods receipts, stock transfers, location moves, and inventory adjustments.
• Generate and analyse reports on pick accuracy, throughput, ageing stock, and cycle counts.
• Troubleshoot WMS issues and liaise with IT or the vendor when needed.
• Assist with WMS configuration updates, user setup, and system testing during upgrades.

Inventory Management & Stock Control

• Conduct daily cycle counts and periodic full stock takes.
• Monitor stock levels, flag slow‑moving or obsolete items, and recommend actions.
• Maintain accurate bin locations and proper slotting of products.
• Support FIFO/FEFO principles in the warehouse.

Administrative & Reporting Duties

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports for management.
• Keep accurate filing systems for delivery notes, proof of delivery, and picking documents.
• Coordinate with procurement, sales, and transport teams on order priorities.
• Process returns, credits, and damaged goods documentation.
• Assist with general administrative tasks such as data entry, correspondence, and scheduling.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Follow all warehouse health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Keep the picking area clean, organised, and compliant with 5S standards.
• Report safety hazards, incidents, or near‑misses as required by the OHS Act.

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