CAREER OPPORTUNITY - SUPPLY CHAIN & LOGISTICS
Warehouse Manager
Middle Management reports to Warehouse Executive
Direct Reports:
Clerks
General
Workers
Drivers
Vehicle Mechanics
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced, target - driven Warehouse Manager to lead our warehousing and
distribution operations. Operating at a middle - management level, you will be responsible for ensuring
the right stock and inventory are delivered to the right customers on time and in the most cost -
effective manner. You will oversee a diverse cross - functional tea m—i ncluding supervisors,
warehouse clerks, general workers (pickers, packers, loaders, and binners), material handling
equipment (MHE) drivers, and vehicle mechanic s—w hile maintaining strict compliance with safety,
security, and ISO quality standards.
Warehouse & Inventory Operations
Plan, coordinate, and monitor the end - to - end receipt, storage, labelling, documentation, and
dispatch of goods.
Maintain accurate inventory levels through regular physical and cycle counts, reconciling
discrepancies with automated warehouse management systems (WMS) .
Optimize warehouse space, layout, and future capacity planning to maximize operational efficiency
and minimize stock damage or back orders .
Ensure all material handling equipment (MHE) is regularly serviced, maintained, and fit for
Oversee the safe storage and handling of hazardous materials in strict accordance with legislative
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Quality, Health, Safety & Security Compliance
Drive a zero - tolerance approach to deviations from ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 quality and safety
Establish, monitor, and enforce strict health, safety, environmental, and site security procedures
across the warehouse .
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard - free working environment, ensuring accurate record -
keeping in line with approved accreditation templates .
People Leadership & Performance Management
Lead, coach, and develop a high - performing warehouse team to meet strategic departmental KPIs
(daily turnover, units and lines moved, picking performance, and revenue per FTE) .
Manage daily staffing levels, shift scheduling, leave allowances, recruitment, onboarding,
appraisals, and attendance.
Handle personnel and disciplinary matters in collaboration with Human Resources and trade union
representatives where applicable.
Continuous Improvement & Stakeholder Management
Identify operational bottlenecks and systems improvements to reduce costs, add value, and
streamline workflows.
Develop, update, and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs), policies, and performance
reporting metrics.
Collaborate effectively with internal departments (IT, Quality Control, Inventory Audit, Research &
Development, and HR) as well as external customers, suppliers, and service providers .
Qualifications & Experience
Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration.
Minimum of 5 years’ managerial experience leading a warehouse operation, preferably within the
automotive industry.
Proven background in logistics, supply chain, and transportation operations .
Hands - on proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), databases, and general
computer applications.
In - depth working knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 standards, as well as occupational
health, safety, and environmental legislation .
Demonstrated track record in inventory control, purchasing and budgetary management, and
implementing continuous process improvements .
Valid forklift truck license (advantageous / may be required) .
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Key Skills & Attributes
Strong leadership, people management, and team - building capabilities across cross - functional
operational teams .
Exceptional analytical, problem - solving, and decisive decision - making skills .
High attention to detail with strong organizational, planning, monitoring, and follow - up discipline.
Effective conflict management, negotiation, and change management skills .
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills .
Resilient, self - motivated, and adaptable with a proactive, target - driven attitude .
Application Notice:
Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications and experience requirements are invited to submit their comprehensive curriculum vitae detailing relevant warehousing leadership achievements and ISO compliance experience
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