Location: Bethlehem, Free State
Job Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 10 December 2025
Reference Number: AO-2136
About AFGRI Retail
AFGRI is a trusted leader in agricultural services, supporting South African farmers and communities with innovative solutions, high-quality products, and exceptional customer service. With a strong national footprint and decades of industry excellence, AFGRI Retail is committed to building sustainable growth while empowering employees to reach their full career potential.
This Warehouse Manager role forms part of AFGRI’s Retail division and plays a critical part in ensuring operational efficiency, stock accuracy, and excellent customer service within the Bethlehem store environment.
Position Overview
AFGRI Retail is seeking an experienced and highly organised Warehouse Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Bethlehem warehouse. The successful candidate will manage staff, maintain stock accuracy, drive sales support within the warehouse environment, and ensure that all processes comply with company standards.
This role is ideal for a detail-driven, proactive, and customer-focused individual who thrives in a fast-paced retail and agricultural environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Personnel Management
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Lead, guide, and develop warehouse staff to ensure optimal performance.
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Conduct performance discussions and support employee growth.
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Foster a disciplined, motivated, and productive workforce.
2. Warehouse Budget Control
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Manage and monitor operational budgets.
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Implement cost-saving strategies and efficient resource utilisation.
3. Sales Support
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Support the retail sales environment through efficient warehousing processes.
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Ensure accurate and timely stock availability to enhance customer satisfaction.
4. Stock Control & Inventory Management
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Oversee all stock control processes and ensure accuracy.
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Conduct cycle counts and manage stock variances.
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Maintain an effective receiving and issuing workflow.
5. Operations & Administration
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Manage general warehouse administration and reporting.
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Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and SOPs.
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Maintain a clean, organised, and safety-compliant warehouse environment.
Minimum Requirements
Education
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Grade 12 (Matric) – essential
Work Experience
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Minimum 2 years’ experience in a store or warehouse environment
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Minimum 1 year supervisory experience (advantageous)
Technical Competencies
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Strong knowledge of AFGRI Retail products
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MS Office proficiency
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Knowledge of POS systems
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SAP experience (advantageous)
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Valid Code 08 driver’s licence
Core Competencies
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Strong interpersonal skills
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Problem-solving ability
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Time management & organisational skills
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Business acumen
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Accountability and reliability
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Customer service awareness
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Ability to work under pressure
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Commitment to ongoing self-development
Why Join AFGRI Retail?
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Work in a stable organisation with deep agricultural roots
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Contribute to community-focused retail operations
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Opportunity for career development and long-term growth
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Supportive, values-driven work culture
POPIA Compliance
By applying for this role, applicants acknowledge that AFGRI will process personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
Candidates are encouraged to read AFGRI’s HR Processing Notice available on the company website.
How to Apply
Apply directly through the official AFGRI application portal using the reference AO-2136.
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