Work-Force
A Receiving Clerk is needed in Potchefstroom. The role focuses on consistent delivery, accurate work and clear communication across the North West operation.
Overview
This Receiving Clerk role sits within the logistics jobs function in Potchefstroom. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across North West.
The organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Receiving Clerk taking on this position.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Receiving Clerk is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in North West is consistently high and consistently fair.
Practically speaking, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Potchefstroom also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Meet the Team
You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the logistics jobs side of the business inside out. The Potchefstroom group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
On top of that, the team mix in Potchefstroom reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
Career Growth
Notably, this role can grow with you. Strong performers in the logistics jobs team in Potchefstroom have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Potchefstroom have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across North West.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Potchefstroom team member.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Your Workplace
On top of that, the environment is operationally driven and physical at times, with shift-based work, strict safety standards and a strong focus on accuracy and on-time delivery.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Potchefstroom site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Beyond that, a respectful, professional environment is the standard in North West. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
On top of that, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Our Commitment to Transformation
Inclusion is a core part of how the team operates. This is an equal-opportunity employer, and candidates from all communities — including women, youth and persons living with disabilities — are encouraged to apply for this role in Potchefstroom.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Potchefstroom.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across North West.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Core Functions
- Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely
- Conduct daily, weekly and monthly stock counts and investigate variances
- Plan delivery routes to maximise vehicle utilisation and on-time delivery
- Ensure full compliance with road traffic, OHS Act and customs requirements
- Prepare daily dispatch and receiving reports for site management
What You’ll Need
- Strong numeracy and accuracy on stock counts and pick lists
- Computer literacy in MS Office and basic ERP modules
- Ability to work shifts, including night shifts and weekends
- Physically able to perform manual handling duties safely
- Relevant logistics, supply chain or warehousing qualification (preferred)
Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.