Warehouse Assistant

About the role

College Press, a leading educational publisher in Zimbabwe, is seeking a reliable and detail‑oriented Warehouse Assistant to join its Warehouse and Distribution team in Harare. The role supports the efficient flow of stock through receiving, storage, picking, packing, dispatch and inventory control, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of educational materials to customers.

Key responsibilities

• Process picking slips and customer orders within agreed turnaround times.
• Pick, pack and prepare orders accurately, delivering them to the dispatch area.
• Verify product codes, quantities and order requirements before dispatch.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe warehouse environment, ensuring bins, shelves and stock locations are correctly labelled.
• Handle stock carefully to minimise damage and report any damaged items.
• Assist with quarterly cycle counts, annual stock‑take and other inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Check incoming stock against delivery documentation, label pallets and store items correctly.
• Support packing, dispatch and general administrative activities as needed.

Required profile

• Matric/O‑Level certificate or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of experience in a warehouse, stores, logistics or distribution setting.
• Basic computer literacy and familiarity with stock control processes.
• Strong attention to detail, good organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Physically fit for manual handling and willing to work overtime when required.

Required skills

• Computer literacy