Warehouse Manager at ICAP Columbia University

Overall Job Function The Warehouse Manager is the focal person who will manage both the central and satellite field warehouses and will report to the Chief Operations Manager. The Warehouse Manager will oversee the receipt of goods, implement efficient stock inventory monitoring and replenishment levels, as well as coordinates the timely distribution of goods to PHIA regional warehouses and field teams. This position is grant funded.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the warehouse and distribution of goods according to project requirements
• Controlling inventory levels by conducting physical counts; reconciling with data storage system, ensuring merchandise accuracy at all levels and reordering stocks through the organization's procurement chain at least two months ahead of depletion
• Overseeing the dispatch and distribution of goods to KENPHIA regional warehouses and project field teams
• Planning, coordinating and monitoring the receipt, order assembly and dispatch of goods
• Keeping stock control systems up to date and ensuring inventory accuracy
• Producing regular reports and statistics on a daily, weekly and monthly basis as required
• Maintaining standards of health and safety, hygiene and security in the work environment
• Supervise both central and regional warehouse staff

Requirements

• Bachelor degree related to stock management logistics or related field.
• At least 3 years practical experience in the management of biomedical commodities and supplies.
• Strong analytical, communication, decision making and interpersonal skills
 • Expert level knowledge of MS office packages
• Fluency in oral and written English