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Job Title: Assistant Manager – Warehouse Location:Kochi, Kerala, India Department: Operations No. of Positions: 1 Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and proactive Assistant Manager – Warehouse to oversee and manage day-to-day warehouse operations, ensuring efficient inventory control, timely order fulfillment, and compliance with operational standards. The ideal candidate will be hands-on with warehouse systems, people management, and cross-functional coordination to support business objectives. Key Responsibilities (KRA): 1. Inventory Management & Control Ensure accurate inventory records through regular cycle counts and stock audits Monitor and control stock movements including receipts, transfers, and dispatches Investigate and resolve stock variances and discrepancies Implement inventory best practices such as FIFO or FEFO based on product category 2. Inbound & Outbound Logistics Supervise unloading, quality check, and inward processing of goods Oversee order processing: picking, packing, labeling, and dispatch Ensure timely shipments in coordination with transport and courier partners Maintain TAT (Turnaround Time) for both inbound and outbound activities 3. Team Management Lead and motivate a team of warehouse staff (pickers, packers, loaders, supervisors) Allocate daily tasks and monitor workforce productivity Ensure compliance with safety norms, hygiene, and SOP adherence Conduct periodic training and performance evaluations 4. Process Optimization & Compliance Enforce warehouse SOPs for inventory, safety, and quality assurance Monitor and drive operational KPIs like order accuracy, lead time, and efficiency Drive continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving measures Utilize WMS/ERP systems effectively for order and stock management 5. Reporting & Stakeholder Coordination Prepare and share daily, weekly, and monthly reports on stock, manpower, dispatches, etc. Coordinate with internal teams (sales, procurement, finance, customer support) Flag risks, operational bottlenecks, and suggest corrective measures to senior management Key Skills & Competencies: Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) Inventory Planning & Control Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination Order Fulfillment & Dispatch Management Team Leadership & Training Data Analysis & MIS Reporting Process Compliance & SOP Implementation Required Qualifications: Graduate in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, B.Tech (Mechanical), or equivalent field Minimum 3–5 years of experience in warehouse/logistics operations (supervisory or managerial capacity preferred) Strong working knowledge of WMS/ERP systems and MS Excel/Word Ability to lead teams and manage warehouse functions independently Proficient in English (mandatory); knowledge of regional languages is a plus Work Conditions: 6-day working week (as per operational requirements) Onsite role; candidate must be comfortable working from the warehouse location Must be willing to work extended hours during peak season, if required Show more Show less
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