Warehouse Coordinator

Career Opportunities: Warehouse Coordinator (8485)

Requisition ID 8485 - Posted 26/10/2026

Company: Komatsu South Africa

Business Unit: South Africa

Division: Operations

Department: Kathu Parts

Location: Kathu Parts

Reference Number: 8485

Grading: C2

EE Position

Introduction

Komatsu is seeking a dynamic and experienced Warehouse Coordinator to join our team at Kathu branch. The ideal candidate will play a key role in overseeing and optimising the warehouse function, ensuring operational efficiency and alignment with our high standards. We are looking for a dedicated individual with a Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain & Logistics, supported by 2 or more years warehouse experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity within the mining/construction industry.

Qualification:

• Diploma in Supply Chain and Logistics or related qualification (NQF 6) (Essential)
• Degree in Supply Chain and Logistics or related qualification (NQF 7) (Advantage)

Experience:

• 2 or more years' experience within a warehouse environment
• 1 year supervisory experience in a warehouse environment

Specific Knowledge Requirements:

• Computer literate, with solid proficiency in MS Excel for reporting and data analysis.
• Experience with SAP, including bin history, printing and capturing stock count sheets.
• Must hold a valid driver's license.

Job Specifications:

Inbound Logistics

• Supervising the planning, preparation and checking of inbound shipments
• Controls & Coordinates inbound activities
• Reports on statistics & analytics to facilitate continuous improvement of warehouse operations
• Reports on slow-moving & obsolete stock

Warehouse Supervision & Inventory Control

• Facilitates and monitors correct storage of items
• Maintains/improves planograph (lay out) of the warehouse facility
• Checks that warehouse and yard security is maintained and that assets are safeguarded
• Arranges and participates in stock counts (perpetual stock counts and ad hoc counts as required)
• Supervises warehouse operations in multiple stores, such as tool stores, consumable stores and hazardous materials stores
• Monitors bins, layouts and zones by conducting inspections
• Monitors tidiness, cleanliness and order in the warehouse

Parts Obsolescence

• Prints parts obsolescence reports at set frequency as per procedure
• Administrates the parts scrapping procedure
• Monitors parts for obsolescence
• Reports obsolete parts to management

Outbound Logistics

• Supervises the planning, preparation and checking of outbound shipments
• Controls & Coordinates outbound activities
• Monitors picking for outbound inventory / parts/components/items
• Monitors "zero" picking
• Supervises the operation of mechanical handling equipment (e.g. fork lifts, etc.)
• Reports on statistics and analytics
• Reports on customer satisfaction about outbound activities

In accordance with the Employment Equity Act (EEA) of 1998, Komatsu is committed to the principles of employment equity and fair labor practices. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of race, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other ground prohibited by law. We may consider designated groups as per the EEA in our selection process to ensure a diverse and representative workforce, but all applications will be assessed based on qualifications and merit.

Candidates will be expected to pass a relevant medical examination, and agree to verification checks

Only online applications will be considered

It is the responsibility of the employee to inform their line manager about their application for another position

Komatsu South Africa (Pty) Ltd complies with the protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013. By submitting your application, you give us your express and informed consent to process your personal information for recruitment purposes.

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