Warehouse Manager

Reporting to: Operations Manager

WE'RE HIRING!

We are looking for a confident, highly skilled experienced candidate, familiar with AWMS - advanced warehouse management systems. Must provide support to the warehouse support functions such as IT, Retail stores, planning etc.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, and order fulfillment
• Inspect and verify incoming goods against invoices or other documents, records shortages and reports damaged goods.
• Develop and implement efficient warehouse processes to optimize space utilization and workflow
• Supervise and train warehouse staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment
• Ensure accuracy in inventory management through regular audits and cycle counts
• Collaborate with other departments to coordinate product movement and optimize order fulfillment
• Implement safety and security procedures to maintain a safe working environment at the warehouse
• Analyze data and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions
• Ensuring optimum productivity of the warehouse and meeting set targets
• Prepare regular reports on warehouse performance for management review and familiar with Power BI report
• Maintaining automated storage and retrieval systems (AWMS)
• Planning ROTA and leaves scheduling for the warehouse staff based on priorities.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelors/Master's Degree with Supply chain management specialization preferred, or any related field.
• Proven 4-5 years' experience as a Warehouse Manager or in a similar role especially in Retail trading or FMCG environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
• Knowledge of warehouse and inventory management systems
• Ability to analyse data and make informed decisions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of safety and regulatory standards in warehouse operations
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and hands-on exposure to manager inventory stock count periodically.
• The ideal candidate should have a proactive approach, a commitment to continuous improvement, and the ability to lead a team to achieve operational excellence in the warehouse

NB: Eligible candidates should send their applications before 9th February 2025 at 18:00hrs

Send your CV to: recruitment@gsmgroup.africa