WAREHOUSE & DISTRIBUTION MANAGER

Our client in the Book Publishing Industry seeks to hire for the role of Warehouse & Distribution Manager.

Job Requirements:

• B.Sc. /HND in Business Administration, Logistics, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in warehouse management or a similar role.
• Proficiency in warehouse management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Relevant certification in Supply Chain Management.

Key responsibilities includes:

• Ensure smooth operation of the warehouse in terms of process flow, orderliness, space utilization, stock storage, receipt, and issuance of stock.
• Maintain proper documentation of warehouse activities, including meticulous record-keeping and thorough checking of waybills.
• Ensure daily filing and submission of source documents to the Accounts Department.
• Ensure proper and accurate software postings of physical documents.
• Review depot requisitions and plan shipments according to different routes and depot locations.
• Supervise pick-up, put-away, loading, and unloading of inbound and outbound trucks in the warehouse.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and take action to achieve optimal performance.
• Conduct physical stock counts and reconciliation quarterly.
• Provide training to warehouse and distribution staff on 5S, warehouse safety, material handling, and continuous improvement.
• Prepare periodic reports (weekly, monthly) regarding stocks, warehouse and distribution operation costs, and other metrics.
• Plan and coordinate all duties and tasks assigned to subordinates.
• Actively participate in the stock importation team’s activities, especially in preparation for annual stock importation.
• Proactively manage inter-depot stock movements.
• Ensure proper recording of stock as per company policy.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management from time to time.