Inbound Supervisor: Nightshift

Hiring: Inbound Supervisor (Nightshift) at AVI Logistics, Isando. 8+ years warehousing experience & SAP WM expertise required. Lead a team of 10 in a high-performance FMCG environment. Apply by 04 Jan 2026.

Company: AVI Limited

Location: Isando, Kempton Park, Gauteng

Job Type: Permanent (Non-rotational Nightshift)

Experience Level: Associate / Supervisory

Closing Date: 04 January 2026

Ensure Operational Excellence While the World Sleeps

At AVI Logistics Support Services, we are the backbone of the supply chain, ensuring that products from iconic brands like Bakers®, Ciro, and Yardley reach their destination in perfect condition. We are seeking a disciplined Inbound Supervisor for our fixed nightshift operation in Isando. This is a high-impact role requiring a leader who thrives on precision, safety, and the challenge of managing complex inbound flows in a 24/7 environment.

Key Areas of Impact

Inbound Operations & Efficiency

• Strategic Scheduling: Liaise with manufacturing sites to plan inbound schedules and prioritize offloading based on DC capacity.
• Turnaround Management: Oversee vehicle turnaround times, stock receipting, labeling, and binning to meet strict Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• System Accuracy: Maintain 100% data integrity within SAP WM, resolving stock variances immediately with the Inventory Control team.
• Asset Control: Manage pallet movements (CHEP/Brown) and optimize shuttle utilization through data-driven reporting.

Leadership & People Management

• Team Supervision: Directly lead and mentor a diverse team of 10 employees.
• Accountability: Manage timekeeping, attendance, and overtime; conduct performance discussions and daily “toolbox talks.”
• Industrial Relations: Handle IR matters and oversee casual labor requirements and succession planning.
• Safety Culture: Enforce strict compliance with SOP, QMS, Food Safety, and SHERQ standards.

Equipment & Resource Oversight

• MHE Control: Ensure daily safety checks for Material Handling Equipment (MHE) and scanners; log breakdowns and track utilization trends.
• Financial Stewardship: Approve casual labor costs, manage departmental expenses, and drive cost-saving initiatives.
• Audit Readiness: Ensure all receiving documentation is filed accurately and the facility remains in a constant state of “audit-readiness.”

What You Need to Succeed

Experience & Qualifications

• Education: Grade 12 (Matric) and a Diploma in Logistics or Warehousing Management are essential.
• Proven Track Record: Minimum 8 years’ experience in a warehousing/receiving environment.
• Leadership: At least 3–5 years of experience supervising a team of 10 or more.
• Industry: Direct experience in FMCG warehousing or distribution.

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• SAP Mastery: Advanced working knowledge of SAP WM (Warehouse Management), with the ability to perform complex inbound transactions confidently.
• Compliance Expertise: Deep understanding of Quality Control, Food Safety standards, and OHS/Risk Management practices.
• Nightshift Readiness: This is a permanent, non-rotational nightshift position; candidates must be comfortable with this schedule long-term.

Why Join AVI Shared Services?

• Collaborative Culture: Work in an environment that values accountability, teamwork, and creative problem-solving.
• Scale and Impact: Support the movement of products for South Africa’s leading household brands.
• Career Growth: Advance your career in a supportive setting that prioritizes continuous improvement and professional development.

Job Summary

How to Apply

If you are a high-performance professional with the grit to lead our nightshift operations, please submit your application via the AVI Careers Portal.

Note: Should you not be contacted regarding this position within 2 weeks of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.