Assistant Inward Manager

Job Purpose To manage, coordinate, and ensure timely and accurate inward movement of goods, including receipt, quality checks, documentation, and system updates, while ensuring compliance with company policies and warehouse SOPs. Key Responsibilities Inward Operations Management Supervise daily inward activities including unloading, inspection, and storage. Ensure timely generation and verification of GRNs (Goods Receipt Notes). Coordinate with suppliers, transporters, and internal teams for smooth inward flow. Team Supervision & Coordination Lead and guide the inward team (Sr. Officers, Executives, Officers). Allocate tasks, monitor performance, and resolve on-ground challenges. Ensure adherence to TAT and productivity KPIs. Quality & Compliance Oversee initial quality checks for quantity, physical damage, and specifications. Ensure proper tagging, labeling, and segregation of rejected/damaged goods. Comply with internal audit, safety, and hygiene protocols during inward operations. Documentation & System Accuracy Verify all inward-related documents (POs, invoices, delivery challans). Ensure accurate data entry in ERP/HRMS/Inventory systems. Maintain proper documentation for traceability and audit readiness. Coordination with Stakeholders Liaise with Purchase, Accounts, and Inventory teams to resolve GRN or stock mismatches. Communicate delays, discrepancies, or quality issues proactively. Support periodic stock audits and inward reconciliations. Process Optimization & Reporting Identify bottlenecks in inward processes and suggest improvements. Monitor inward cost efficiency and vendor compliance. Prepare daily/weekly/monthly MIS reports related to inward activities.