WAREHOUSE CONTROLLER | SAB – BELLVILLE DEPOT, WESTERN CAPE

Company: South African Breweries (Pty) Ltd
Location: Bellville Depot, Western Cape
Date Posted: June 9, 2025
Requisition ID: 30083307
Contract Type: Full-Time
Application Closing Date: June 17, 2025

ABOUT THE COMPANY

South African Breweries (SAB), a key part of the AB InBev global family, is a leader in the brewing industry with deep roots in South Africa’s culture and economy. SAB is driven by innovation, sustainability, and a bold vision to create better moments for consumers. Join SAB to be part of a company where passion, curiosity, and collaboration fuel continuous growth and success.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Warehouse Controller is responsible for implementing SAB’s safety standards while managing the inventory and warehousing functions to optimize customer service levels and meet benchmarked productivity goals. This role demands leadership in operational excellence, process standardization, and budget management to ensure efficient warehouse performance aligned with SAB’s DPO standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safety and Compliance:

  • Ensure full compliance to 5S standards within the warehouse operation.

  • Cascade global policies and drive adherence among warehouse teams.

  • Implement and monitor management cycles, including business descriptions, SLAs, process maps, and KPIs.

  • Conduct routine team meetings and maintain problem-solving frameworks like 5 WHY, PDCA, SIC, and OPLs to improve performance indicators.

• Inventory Management:

  • Oversee daily inventory counts ensuring strict compliance to inventory and quality policies.

  • Manage destruction and write-off processes for obsolete stock in line with legal and environmental guidelines.

  • Identify root causes of inventory variances and implement corrective actions to improve accuracy KPIs.

  • Track supply chain overheads and stock age KPIs, taking necessary action to reduce costs.

• Warehouse Layout & Efficiency:

  • Maintain layout compliance for zones such as Empties, Refusal, Order Picking, Repack, and Finished Goods.

  • Track and improve ABC compliance and ensure safety processes are followed meticulously.

  • Conduct time and motion studies to improve warehouse efficiency and throughput.

• Quality and Repacking Management:

  • Manage warehouse cleanliness, pest control, cross-contamination prevention, temperature control, and product exposure.

  • Ensure 75% compliance with Global Warehouse GOP standards.

  • Track sorting processes and broken cases to reduce breakage costs and improve sorting productivity.

  • Drive quality induction training programs achieving 100% staff compliance.

• Picking Operations:

  • Enforce standardized picking processes and ensure ergonomic, safe layouts to minimize manual machine interactions.

  • Monitor picking KPIs such as cases per man-hour and replenishment adherence for ongoing productivity improvements.

KEY ATTRIBUTES AND COMPETENCIES

• Excellent interpersonal skills and relationship building

• Superior planning and organizational ability

• Strong performance under pressure

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Self-motivated with good management practices

• Achievement-driven with a focus on continuous improvement

• Adaptable and capable of leading change

• Skilled in coaching and team development

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Relevant 3-year diploma or degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in warehouse or logistics management preferred

• High proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Office, Oasis, and handheld warehouse devices

WHAT THE COMPANY OFFERS

SAB provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace that fosters professional growth and operational excellence. Employees benefit from:

• Access to SAB’s global network and leadership development

• Structured learning and career advancement programs

• Exposure to cutting-edge warehouse management technology

• A culture that encourages innovation, safety, and teamwork

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

South African Breweries is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity. All appointments will be made in accordance with SAB’s employment equity plan and transformation objectives. Additional criteria may be applied during shortlisting.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit your application through the SAB Careers Portal before the closing date of June 17, 2025. Highlight your relevant warehouse leadership experience, SAP skills, and commitment to safety and quality.

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