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Job Summary: The Assistant Manager Warehouse Operations is responsible for overseeing day-to-day warehouse activities at the Mundra location, ensuring smooth inbound and outbound logistics, inventory management, and adherence to safety and compliance standards. The role requires coordination with multiple teams including procurement, transportation, and customer service to ensure efficient warehouse functioning. Key Responsibilities: Supervise and coordinate all warehouse operations including receiving, storage, order fulfillment, dispatch, and inventory control. Manage a team of warehouse executives, operators, and support staff to ensure timely and accurate dispatches and receipts. Ensure adherence to SOPs, safety guidelines, and regulatory compliance (including customs norms if applicable). Monitor inventory levels and conduct periodic audits to maintain stock accuracy. Optimize space utilization and implement lean warehousing practices to improve efficiency. Coordinate with transporters and logistics providers for timely dispatch and delivery. Liaise with internal departments such as procurement, planning, and sales to ensure alignment of warehouse activities with business requirements. Implement WMS (Warehouse Management System) and ensure accurate documentation and real-time updates. Track KPIs such as order accuracy, TAT, inventory variance, and productivity to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement. Prepare and submit reports on warehouse metrics and budget utilization to management. Key Skills & Competencies: Strong understanding of warehouse operations and inventory management systems Experience with WMS/ERP software (SAP, Oracle, etc.) Knowledge of safety and compliance standards (e.g., ISO, OSHA) Good leadership and team management skills Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability Strong communication and interpersonal skills Flexibility to work in shifts and respond to operational emergencies Educational Qualification: Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field MBA/PGDM in Operations or Logistics (preferred) Preferred Industry: Logistics & Supply Chain Port or Import & Export experience is a plus
