Warehouse Manager
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About the role
The Warehouse Manager is responsible for setting the strategic direction of warehouse operations within the factory, while also ensuring that day‑to‑day warehouse activities run efficiently. This role oversees all warehouse functions in the RB factory to ensure they meet standards for Safety, Quality, Production Planning, Customer Service, and Logistics, ultimately supporting the achievement of the factory’s KPIs.
Your responsibilities
Warehouse Management & Operations
- Manage daily operations of both internal warehouse and 3PL to ensure all packaging materials are ready for production; control inventory for both sites.
- Check inventory levels daily through physical counts and system reconciliation; control supplier deliveries to keep stock at lean levels.
- Oversee warehousing activities to meet KPIs, including timely and efficient shipment of finished goods to customers.
- Ensure safe receiving, storage, picking, and dispatching of goods, and maintain workplace health and safety standards; responsible for building and stock security.
- Organize warehouse layout and handle special storage requirements (e.g., chilled items, special requests).
- Ensure productivity targets are achieved and maintain warehouse systems and automated storage equipment.
- Conduct daily and annual cycle counts and reconcile with system data.
- Oversee maintenance of warehouse vehicles, machinery, and equipment.
- Schedule routine inspections to prevent equipment damage or malfunction.
- Develop and update SOPs and best practices for warehouse operations.
People Management
- Manage warehouse staff including recruitment, training, and discipline.
- Lead the team and promote awareness of service, quality, and safety.
- Create and execute training plans for Band D & E staff to build skills and capability.
- Manage absenteeism and ensure compliance with GMS working-day requirements.
- Conduct annual performance appraisals.
- Improvement & Cost Reduction
- Apply RB policies to improve procedures, reduce costs, and optimize warehouse operations.
- Support NPD/EPD project launches.
- Optimize internal and external warehouse costs and other expenditures.
Halal Management Responsibilities
- Develop and monitor warehouse procedures to maintain Halal consistency and compliance.
- Ensure all incoming materials match the Approved Material/Supplier List (item code, description, manufacturer details).
- Ensure all finished goods transportation meets Halal Assurance System requirements, including cleanliness and no cross‑contamination.
- Report any deviation or non‑compliance related to incoming materials or storage to the Halal Committee.
- Provide internal Halal training for all departments.
The experience we're looking for
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Logistics & Supply Chain, Science, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in Production, Warehouse, Logistics, or Planning, with at least 5 years in FMCG, Pharma, or similar industries.
- Knowledge of MRP, MRPII, and S&OP processes.
- Able to handle complex issues with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of ERP and MRP systems (e.g., SAP, JDE, DATAIII).
- Results-driven, self-motivated, and entrepreneurial mindset.
- Action-oriented, able to assess and take appropriate risks.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
The skills for success
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