Job Description
The Warehouse Manager oversees the efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of a wide range of goods. This role ensures that productivity targets are met, maintains inventory accuracy, and that all warehouse processes are carried out in a timely and cost-effectively. The Warehouse Manager also leads and motivates a team to ensure optimal performance and compliance with company policies and health and safety regulations.
Responsibilities:
Operations Management:
- Oversee daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, inventory management, and order fulfillment.
- Ensure the timely and accurate processing of inbound and outbound shipments.
- Develop and implement efficient warehouse processes and systems to improve productivity and accuracy.
- Coordinate with other departments, such as procurement, sales, and logistics, to ensure seamless operations.
Inventory Control:
- Maintain accurate inventory records and perform regular inventory counts and audits.
- Manage stock control and reconcile with data storage systems to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Implement measures to reduce stock discrepancies, prevent losses, and optimize inventory levels.
Team Leadership:
- Recruit, train, supervise, and appraise warehouse staff, including assigning tasks and setting performance goals.
- Lead and motivate the team to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly performance targets.
- Foster a positive work environment, promoting teamwork and continuous improvement.
Health and Safety Compliance:
- Ensure that the warehouse operates in compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Implement and enforce safety procedures to reduce accidents and injuries.
- Conduct regular safety audits and ensure that the warehouse environment is clean and organized.
Operations Management:
- Oversee daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, inventory management, and order fulfillment.
- Ensure the timely and accurate processing of inbound and outbound shipments.
- Develop and implement efficient warehouse processes and systems to improve productivity and accuracy.
- Coordinate with other departments, such as procurement, sales, and logistics, to ensure seamless operations.
Inventory Control:
- Maintain accurate inventory records and perform regular inventory counts and audits.
- Manage stock control and reconcile with data storage systems to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Implement measures to reduce stock discrepancies, prevent losses, and optimize inventory levels.
Team Leadership:
- Recruit, train, supervise, and appraise warehouse staff, including assigning tasks and setting performance goals.
- Lead and motivate the team to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly performance targets.
- Foster a positive work environment, promoting teamwork and continuous improvement.
Health and Safety Compliance:
- Ensure that the warehouse operates in compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Implement and enforce safety procedures to reduce accidents and injuries.
- Conduct regular safety audits and ensure that the warehouse environment is clean and organized.
Cost Management:
- Manage warehouse budgets and optimize operational costs.
- Identify opportunities to reduce expenses, such as through process improvements or renegotiating supplier contracts.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare reports on warehouse performance.
Logistics Coordination:
- Oversee the planning and scheduling of deliveries to ensure timely and efficient transportation.
- Coordinate with external logistics providers to manage incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Resolve any issues related to delays, damages, or discrepancies in shipments.
Technology and Systems Management:
- Implement and manage warehouse management systems (WMS) and other relevant technology.
- Ensure that all data entry is accurate and up to date within the system.
- Stay informed on the latest industry trends and technology to enhance warehouse operations.
