Supply chain and logistics

Warehouse Operations Manager - M2

Sandvik Mining is a global leading supplier in equipment and tools, parts, service and technical solutions for the mining and infrastructure industries. Applications include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunneling and quarrying. We are proud to be recognized on the Forbes Top 50 Global Employers List.

The Role:

The Warehouse Operations Manager is accountable for the overall day to day running of the Warehouse in support to the Operations Manager for the Distribution Centre. The position ensures that daily targets for operational activities such as receiving, picking, packing, cycle count, dispatch, etc are achieved

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Planning, organizing and monitoring resources (including people and equipment) to execute the warehousing processes
Managing the Warehouse Supervisors performance and providing leadership to the warehouse operators and stock auditors
Drive on time in full delivery results and expectations
Ensuring daily operational targets such as receiving, binning, picking, packing, dispatching are achieved
Ensuring execution of operations in accordance with EHS policies and global Sandvik Mining logistics processes
EHS performance management by ensuring that incidences, hazards and safety observations are logged within the EHS360 platform and high risk potential incidences are investigated
Identifying opportunities for improvements of the WMS/TMS and operational activities within the warehouse operations
Ensuring daily cycle counts, bin audits, and stock accuracy checks are performed and analysed
Controlling and clearing blocked stock (frozen inventory)
Managing stock adjustments, short picks, scrap processes, and returns
Controlling vulnerable and high-value materials in line with GIA requirements
Managing labour related operational costs such as overtime and temporary employee costs
Creating and updating the warehouse operational plan
Driving continuous improvement initiatives across warehouse and logistics operations
Manage warehouse queries, and open LPS for the warehouse

Your Profile

Grade 12 (Matric) completed
Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in Warehousing, Distribution, or Supply Chain Management, preferably in fast paced, mining or distribution environment
At least 2 years’ experience in a supervisory or management role
Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, and order fulfilment processes
Valid driver’s license

Skills and Competencies Required to Be Successful in the Position

People management capability
Initiator / self-starter with accountability mindset
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills
Financial and business acumen
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex operational environment
Strong understanding of business rules, compliance, and risk management
Customer-focused with a drive for service excellence

Skills and Competencies That Can Be Developed in the Role

ERP and Warehouse Management Systems
Internal Sandvik business processes and global logistics standards

Behaviours Required to Be Successful in the Position

Management by example
Pragmatic and solution-oriented approach
Enthusiastic, resilient, and adaptable to change

How to apply

Please apply online through Workday (ESS) or access the Sandvik website www.home.sandvik/en/careers

Applications close: 15 April 2026

Sandvik is an equal opportunity employer, striving for practices and programs that are bias free and in which employees are treated fairly to ensure fair opportunity with the best outcome for every individual securing no discrimination on grounds including but not limited to, age, gender, gender expression, race, ethnicity, language, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. To ensure an inclusive, equitable and diverse work environment where people can develop and perform well, our focus areas are: great leadership, lifelong learning & development, career opportunities & open job market and safe & fair work environment.

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