Warehouse Manager

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Warehouse Manager to manage and oversee all warehouse activities, ensuring efficient operations, accurate inventory, proper product handling, and high service levels.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily warehouse operations, including receiving, put-away, storage, picking, packing, loading, and delivery preparation.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of products according to company standards, including FIFO/FEFO and temperature requirements.
• Monitor and maintain inventory accuracy, including stock counting, cycle count, stock reconciliation, and investigation of discrepancies.
• Monitor expired, near-expiry, damaged, slow-moving, and non-moving stock.
• Manage warehouse space, layout, equipment, and operational processes efficiently.
• Ensure effective use and accuracy of SAP/WMS/ERP systems and warehouse transactions.
• Develop and ensure compliance with SOPs, food safety, hygiene, and warehouse safety standards.
• Manage warehouse manpower, including scheduling, training, coaching, and performance evaluation.
• Set, monitor, and achieve warehouse KPI and productivity targets.
• Control warehouse operating costs and implement continuous improvement and cost-efficiency initiatives.

About you

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Warehouse Manager or in a similar managerial warehouse position.
• Must have experience working in a distribution company, preferably in FMCG / Food & Beverage distribution.
• Strong experience in warehouse and distribution operations, including receiving, storage, picking, inventory control, and dispatch.
• Must have hands-on experience using SAP, particularly for warehouse and inventory-related transactions.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management, FIFO/FEFO, stock control, and warehouse KPI.
• Experienced in managing and developing warehouse teams.
• Strong leadership, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Able to work under pressure and manage multiple operational priorities.
• Experience handling ambient, chilled, and/or frozen food products is an advantage.