Warehouse Supervisor

Job Description

Warehouse Manager Responsibilities:

• Overseeing receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations.
• Implementing operational policies and procedures.
• Implementing and overseeing security operations.
• Ensuring effective and safe use of warehouse equipment.
• Ensuring the safety of staff.
• Motivating and disciplining staff.
• Maintaining documentation and keeping accurate records of warehouse activities.
• Maintaining awareness and knowledge of the condition and location of fleet vehicles.
• Assisting with deliveries where required.
• Maintain accurate inventory of supply and products
• Supervise and mentor staff
• Hire, train and provide development opportunities for staff
• Develop inventory staff schedule
• Investigate and resolve inconsistencies with inventory
• Ensure a safe working environment
• Make recommendations to leadership about improvements in inventory life cycle
• Minimize inventory loss by incorporating best supply chain practices
• Structure the Team with SOP’s
• Supervise all of a warehouse’s daily activities while working to maximize efficiency and minimize staff overtime
• Ensure effective, safe operations by implementing procedures and policies
• Analyze logistics data to increase productivity and aid in loss prevention
• Oversee receiving, warehousing and distribution operations
• Implement operational policies and procedures
• Implement and oversee security operations

Warehouse Manager Requirements:

• 10 years of warehouse management experience.
• Excellent understanding of warehouse management procedures.
• Proficient knowledge of inventory and inventory controls.
• Valid drivers’ license.
• Ability to operate forklift effectively.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Outstanding leadership, organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong people skills.
• Available to work extended hours.
• Manage inventory control and quality assurance, productivity and logistics
• Motivate, organize, and discipline staff
• Manage the receipt, storage, and distribution of warehouse goods
• Inspect, maintain, and manage warehouse equipment and vehicles
• Keep detailed records of warehouse activities
• Ensure effective and safe use of warehouse equipment
• Ensure safety of staff
• Design and implement an inventory tracking system to optimize inventory control procedures.
• Examine the levels of supplies and raw material to determine shortages.
• Document daily deliveries and shipments to update inventory.
• Prepare detailed reports on inventory operations, stock levels, and adjustments.
• Evaluate new inventory to ensure it’s ready for shipment.
• Perform daily analysis to predict potential inventory problems.
• Order new supplies to avoid inefficiencies or excessive surplus.
• Analyze different suppliers to obtain the best cost-effective deals.
• Recruit and train new employees.

Warehouse Manager Essential Skills

• Leadership, decision making, and problem-solving skills
• Organizational and multitasking abilities
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Basic math and computer skills
• Knowledge of inventory and warehouses

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or relevant field.
• A minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role.
• Solid knowledge of data analysis, inventory management software, and forecasting techniques.
• An analytical mind with strong attention to detail.
• Outstanding organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Experienced in SAP system 
• Expert in Excel Sheet
• Motivated to work & passionate about his role 
• Leadership Skills