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Stores Packaging Supervisor Jobs in East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Stores Packaging Supervisor
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Recruiter:
Profile Personnel
Job Ref:
1991406712
Date posted:
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Location:
East London, South Africa
SUMMARY:
POSITION INFO:
A leading FMCG manufacturer is seeking an experienced and hands-on Stores Packaging Supervisor to join our operations team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising the day-to-day packaging stores operations, ensuring accurate inventory control, compliance with food safety standards, efficient dispatching of packaging materials, and effective team management within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics or related field advantageous
- Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in inventory/stores management within an FMCG or manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of FSSC 22000, GMP and food safety practices
- Experience working on ERP/WMS inventory systems
- Good understanding of FIFO and FEFO stock control principles
- Valid Driver’s License
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the receipt, storage and dispatch of packaging materials
- Maintain accurate inventory levels through cycle counts and reconciliations
- Ensure compliance with FSSC 22000, GMP, health & safety and housekeeping standards
- Supervise and manage stores staff, performance and training
- Ensure accurate document control and audit readiness
- Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies and operational issues
- Coordinate effectively with production, quality and other departments
- Monitor packaging movements and ERP transactions accurately
Key Competencies
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced FMCG environment
- Strong organisational and decision-making skills
Preference Will Be Given To Candidates With
- FMCG food manufacturing experience
- Packaging stores/inventory experience
- Exposure to audits and food safety systems
- SAP, Syspro or WMS experience
If you meet the above requirements and are looking for a challenging opportunity within a dynamic manufacturing environment, we invite you to apply @