Warehouse Manager – Plant Operations Full Time NEW

• The Warehousing Manager is responsible for end-to-end management of Plant
• Warehousing Operations, including inbound material receipt, goods receipt posting, Inventory management, and outbound finished goods dispatch.
• The role ensures efficient utilization of manpower, shifts, material handling equipment (MHE), and warehouse systems to deliver safe, accurate, and cost-effective warehousing operations with strong system and physical inventory hygiene.

Key Responsibilities

Inbound Receiving Operations:

• Oversee receiving of all raw materials, packing materials, and consumables at the plant.
• Ensure timely unloading of inbound trucks in line with production and planning requirements.
• Validate delivery documents and ensure accurate Goods Receipt (GR) posting in ERP systems.
• Coordinate with Quality, Stores, and Planning teams for material inspection, segregation, and put-away.

Warehouse Inventory Management

• Maintain system stock vs physical stock accuracy with zero tolerance for discrepancies.
• Ensure proper storage, binning, labelling, and traceability of materials.
• Conduct cycle counts, monthly stock checks, and annual physical inventory
• Investigate and close inventory variances with root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Ensure FIFO compliance as applicable.

Outbound Dispatch Operations

• Plan and execute loading of finished goods as per dispatch schedules.
• Ensure accurate picking, packing, and documentation for dispatches.
• Coordinate with logistics and transporters to meet OTIF (On-Time In-Full) delivery targets.
• Ensure truck loading follows safety, weight, and quality norms.

Manpower Shift Management

• Plan and manage warehouse manpower across shifts to meet operational demand.
• Drive productivity improvements through effective shift utilization and task allocation.
• Monitor workmen performance and ensure adherence to standard work procedures.
• Ensure statutory compliance related to contract labor and shop-floor practices.

MHE VNA Operations

• Ensure effective utilization of VNA trucks, forklifts, pallet trucks, and other MHEs.
• Ensure availability, uptime, and preventive maintenance of all MHEs.
• Coordinate with Maintenance and Vendors to minimize breakdowns and downtime.
• Enforce safe operation practices for all material handling activities.

Systems, Process Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to ERP/WMS processes for all warehouse transactions.
• Maintain strong system discipline for receipts, issues, transfers, and adjustments.
• Develop and implement SOPs, work instructions, and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (5S, Lean, safety, space optimization).

Safety Housekeeping

• Ensure compliance with EHS standards across all warehousing activities.
• Maintain high levels of housekeeping, 5S, and visual management.
• Conduct regular safety audits, toolbox talks, and training programs.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Truck turnaround time (TAT)
• MHE availability and utilization
• Manpower productivity per shift
• GRN and dispatch accuracy
• Safety incidents and near misses

Qualifications Experience

• Degree in Engineering / Supply Chain / Operations / Logistics (preferred).
• 10+ Years of experience in Plant Warehousing Operations in Manufacturing.
• Strong experience in ERP/WMS systems (SAP or equivalent).
• Hands-on exposure to VNA warehouses and MHE management.
• Proven ability to manage union/contract labor and multi-shift operations.

Skills Competencies

• Strong operational leadership and people management skills
• High attention to detail and system discipline
• Problem-solving and root-cause analysis
• Good coordination and Stakeholder management
• Safety-first mindset with continuous improvement orientation

Interested can send their updated resume to (hrjobsconsultancy2020 at gmail dot com) Our WhatsApp number is 8.7.0.0.3.1.1.6.1.8

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