Lead Expert Warehouse

Lead Expert Warehouse Isando, South Africa This is not a traditional warehouse role. It's a strategic opportunity to lead warehouse transformation through data, systems, and operational excellence. You'll combine SAP expertise, analytics, WMS optimization, and team leadership to build best-in-class warehouse operations, improve inventory accuracy, and drive measurable business impact across the supply chain. For someone who enjoys turning complexity into clarity and leading continuous improvement, this role offers exceptional visibility, influence, and growth potential. Your key responsibilities * Drive real-time inventory visibility and accuracy across multiple warehouse facilities using SAP, WMS, and advanced Excel – build dashboards, track stock movements, and maintain perpetual inventory precision through structured cycle counting and data reconciliation. * Own end-to-end warehouse data integrity – manage SAP transactions, material master data, location accuracy, and stock reconciliation while analyzing variances and implementing corrective actions to ensure financial and operational alignment. * Lead warehouse systems optimization – collaborate on WMS (Warehouse Management System) implementation, enhance SAP workflows, develop automated reporting tools, and create the data infrastructure that enables fast, informed decision-making across the supply chain. * Optimize warehouse throughput and efficiency – analyze material flow, redesign layouts, establish KPIs, track performance metrics, and drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean methodology and data-driven problem solving. * Ensure compliance and operational excellence – maintain GMP and FSSC 22000 standards, develop and update SOPs, lead safety initiatives, and embed a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement across all warehouse activities. * Build and develop your warehouse team – coach on SAP proficiency, data discipline, and best practices while fostering collaboration, ownership, and a growth mindset that drives both individual and operational performance. We offer * Work at the intersection of technology and operations – become the expert who orchestrates WMS, SAP, and advanced analytics into one powerful ecosystem, enabling real-time visibility and smarter business decisions. * Shape warehouse excellence through data-driven innovation – drive process optimization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives that deliver measurable operational impact. * Partner with diverse teams across the business – collaborate with Production, Quality, Procurement, and Supply Chain to turn insights into integrated solutions that create customer value. * Accelerate your growth in a global organization – gain exposure across Health, Nutrition & Care while developing both your technical expertise and leadership capabilities. * Join a culture built on collaboration and shared success – work alongside supportive colleagues who celebrate achievements, encourage development, and challenge each other to excel. * Be rewarded for solving complex challenges – enjoy a competitive package, clear career opportunities, and the chance to make a visible impact by turning complexity into clarity and ideas into results. You bring * Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management or related field (SAPICS/APICS certification highly valued) plus minimum 5 years in warehouse/distribution within food, pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing. * SAP expert with deep hands-on experience in inventory transactions, goods movements, material master data, and stock reconciliation – you navigate SAP like a power user and train others confidently. * Advanced Excel mastery – pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros, data visualization, financial modeling, and complex analysis are second nature; you turn raw data into actionable insights and executive-ready reports. * Strong analytical mindset with proven ability to manage data accuracy, track KPIs, investigate variances, and implement controls – you obsess over the numbers and won't rest until they're right. * Working knowledge of WMS functionality, barcode systems, and warehouse technology implementation – you understand how systems integrate and can lead deployment, troubleshooting, and optimization. * Proven people leadership experience building and developing warehouse teams – you coach technical skills, drive accountability, foster collaboration, and create a culture where team members grow alongside operational excellence. Our application process Interested in this role? Then please apply online only via our career portal. Recruiter: Aylin Toy About dsm-firmenich At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them. Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life. From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere. And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future. Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together. Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you. And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work. Agency statement We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.