Main Purpose of the Job
The main purpose of Warehouse Manager is to direct FG evacuation, receipts, warehousing and distribution operations. To oversee the efficient receipt, storage, FG re-handling and dispatch to customers. Ensure productivity targets are achieved and compliance to warehouse processes and controls.
Job Summary
- Operationally manage warehouse in compliance with Unilever policies and vision.
- Oversee end to end warehouse processes i.e receiving, put away, warehousing, stock controls, dispatch and distribution.
- Ensure compliance to warehouse safety and housekeeping standards as per Unilever policy
- Regular layout review and ensure efficient space utilization.
- Initiate, coordinate and enforce operational policies and standard operating procedures to optimize warehouse operations
- Adhere to all warehousing, handling and shipping legislation requirements.
- Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene and security.
- Manage stock control and reconcile with SAP system. Enforce a strict no scan no move policy.
- Conduct regular supplier performance reviews with the warehouse service providers.
- Follow up for timely 3PL payments ensuring compliance to due P2P process.
- Liaise with stakeholders, suppliers and contracted 3PL transport providers to load/offload and dispatch FG.
- Provide work plans, assign tasks appropriately and appraise results for the warehouse team.
- Receive feedback and monitor the quality of services provided.
- Ensure FIFO is strictly adhered to at the warehouse and regular ageing reports are shared with the team.
- Ensure proper SLOBS management in the warehouse.
- Ensure 100″ conformance to plan to the loading plan and continuously improve on warehouse productivity.
Key Requirements
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Previous experience of warehouse management ideally in the FMCG or manufacturing environment 4years and above
- Good knowledge and experience on SAP WM management over 4years
- Bachelor’s Degree in a business-related field or equivalent
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Strong IT systems knowledge and skills including advanced Excel skills
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Knowledge and experience in inventory management
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Good understanding of supply chain processes and their interdependencies
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Experience and good understanding in third party management and Knowledge of continuous improvement program and cost cutting initiatives within the warehouse