Career Opportunities: Warehouse Manager (702)

Requisition ID 702 - Posted 

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Key Responsibilities

Operations Management

• Oversee daily inbound/outbound logistics/warehouse activities including receiving, put‑away, picking, packing, dispatch, and returns.
• Optimize warehouse layout, storage systems, and workflow to enhance productivity.
• Ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment in line with customer and production requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation for inbound and outbound shipments.

Vendor and Customer Relations: 

• Liaises with transport companies, suppliers, and customers to ensure timely delivery and resolve issues.

Budgeting and Reporting: 

• Manages budgetary targets and generates daily/weekly reports on warehouse productivity, performance metrics, and inventory data.

Inventory Control

• Maintain accurate inventory levels through regular stock counts, audits, and proper record-keeping to prevent loss.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Coordinate with procurement and production teams to align stock availability with demand.
• Maintains accurate inventory levels through

People Management

• Supervise, train, and develop warehouse staff.
• Motivates warehouse personnel creates work schedules, and allocates labour resources to meet operational targets.
• Conduct performance evaluations and address disciplinary issues when necessary.
• Managing schedules and performance to meet targets.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Enforce workplace health and safety procedures.
• Maintain warehouse equipment and coordinate preventive maintenance.

Process Improvement

• Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements.
• Lead initiatives to reduce handling time, improve accuracy, and enhance warehouse KPIs.
• Optimizes warehouse space utilization, workflow, and equipment efficiency, ensuring proper maintenance of machinery like forklifts.

Reporting

• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports.
• Track KPIs such as order accuracy, picking efficiency, inventory accuracy, and WH throughput.
• Communicate operational issues and recommendations to management.

Qualifications & Skills

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of warehouse or logistics experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory/managerial role.
• Experience with ERP/WMS systems.  Knowledge of SAP will be an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of warehouse operations and inventory methodologies (FIFO, LIFO, FEFO).
• Strong understanding of material handling equipment.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Behavioural Competencies

• Leadership and team management.
• Managing and developing staff.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: 

• Handling logistical bottlenecks and operational issues.

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