Assistant Manager, Warehouse & Distribution

You will be responsible for planning, procuring, evaluating, and controlling inventories of raw materials and packaging materials in line with production requirements. Your key responsibilities will include: - Coordinating with the Purchase department to ensure timely availability of materials. - Coordinating with Quality Control for timely release of materials as per production schedule. - Preparing, reviewing, and implementing departmental SOPs. - Training subordinates on departmental SOPs and updates. - Ensuring strict adherence to SOPs and cGMP during warehouse operations. - Preparing and submitting MIS reports as required. - Verifying and maintaining the integrity of all cGMP and statutory records. - Ensuring receipt, storage, and dispensing of materials are carried out per defined procedures, with reference to relevant MSDS and safety requirements. - Overseeing proper return or destruction of rejected materials in compliance with procedures and MSDS guidelines. - Ensuring weighing balances are verified and calibrated per SOPs. - Maintaining environmental conditions of designated storage and dispensing areas as per SOP. - Coordinating with the Engineering department to execute preventive maintenance of departmental equipment. - Ensuring calibration of standard weights, balances, and instruments is done before the due date. - Enforcing safety protocols and ensuring all team members follow defined safety measures during operations. - Monitoring receipt, storage, and issuance of engineering and miscellaneous materials as per SOPs. - Preparing and reviewing equipment qualification protocols and reports in collaboration with the Engineering department. - Assisting in conducting qualification studies and temperature mapping protocols. - Ensuring timely dispatch of finished goods to customers with proper documentation. - Maintaining overall housekeeping and upkeep of warehouse areas. - Leading and coordinating change controls, deviations, and ensuring timely closure. - Representing the department during audits and ensuring prompt compliance with audit observations. You will also have additional responsibilities, including: - Raising material/service indents and preparing Capex proposals as needed. - Managing departmental inventory effectively. - Attending technical workshops/seminars and exploring new techniques and technologies relevant to the warehouse function. Your qualifications should include: Education: - B.Sc. / B. Pharma (Preferred) - B.Com or equivalent (Acceptable) Experience: - 10-12 years of relevant experience in warehouse and distribution, preferably in a pharmaceutical or regulated industry. Skills: - Documentation & Data Review - Interpretation & Statistical Analysis - Strong knowledge of cGMP, SOPs, and warehouse compliance systems - Good communication and coordination abilities across departments,