Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Receiving Coordinator within the Xylem warehouse will be responsible for managing the incoming shipments of equipment, components, and supplies, making sure everything arrives correctly, is recorded, and is stored properly.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Receiving Deliveries

• Accept incoming shipments of water pumps, pump components, fittings, motors, seals, and spare parts.

• Check deliveries against purchase orders and invoices.

Goods Inspection

• Inspect items for damage, missing parts, or incorrect quantities.

• Ensure pumps and mechanical parts are not damaged during transport.

Inventory Recording

• Capture received items in the inventory or warehouse management system.

• Label parts and assign bin or shelf locations.

Documentation

• Complete Goods Received Notes (GRN).

• Maintain delivery records and supplier documentation.

Coordination with Departments

• Work with procurement, warehouse staff, and logistics teams.

• Notify inbound team leader if items are incorrect, short, or damaged.

Stock Organization

• Keep receiving area clean and organized.

Safety & Handling

• Follow safety procedures when handling heavy pumps and mechanical equipment.

• Use forklifts, pallet jacks, or lifting equipment if required.

• Ensure that safety checks on lifting equipment are done before operating.

• Report on two safety observations per month.

Additional ad hoc duties or instructions given by the Team Leader of warehouse management

• Assist dispatch with picking of stock ordered.

• Assist receiving with checking and binning of stock received.

• Ensure stock accuracy is always maintained.

• Ensure cycle counts are conducted as per schedule.

• Participate in Stock taking when required.

• Maintain a neat and orderly environment within the overall warehouse.

• Adhere to correct process flow & work instructions

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Completed National Senior Certificate/Matric or Equivalent.

• Certificate, Diploma or Degree in related field will be an added advantage.

• Minimum 2 - 5 years warehouse environment experience.

• Experience as Receiving Coordinator will be an advantage.

• License for forklift and reach truck will be an advantage.

• Basic computer skills (MS Office & ERP/WMS systems).

• Good communication skills (written/verbal).

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Basic inventory management.

• Ability to read purchase orders and packing lists.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.

• Knowledge of mechanical parts or pump equipment (helpful).

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.