Warehouse Manager

Roles & responsibilities

1. Inbound Operations (RM/PM/Consumables)

• Ensure timely receiving of yarn, trims, packing materials, and consumables.
• Verify GRN entries, QA clearance, and documentation accuracy.
• Maintain well-defined receiving processes including quality checks, batch/lot capturing, and storage allocation.

Storage, Binning & Warehouse Organization

• Implement structured storage systems including binning, labelling, segregation, and racking.
• Ensure proper storage conditions for yarn and sensitive materials (humidity, ventilation, (First In, First Out - FIFO/ First Expired, First Out - FEFO).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant warehouse environment aligned with 5S standards.

Internal Material Movement & WIP Management

• Ensure efficient and accurate material issuance to knitting, linking, washing, finishing, and packing departments.
• Track WIP movement across all departments and maintain visibility in ERP.
• Ensure zero delays in material availability for production.

Inventory Management & Accuracy

• Maintain 98%+ inventory accuracy through daily cycle counts and periodic stock audits.
• Monitor stock levels, slow/non-moving inventory, and near-expiry items.
• Investigate discrepancies and ensure corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain real-time inventory in ERP with zero backlog.

Finished Goods Handling & Dispatch Management

• Oversee picking, packing, labelling, palletizing, and loading of finished goods.
• Coordinate dispatch plans with merchandising, PPC, and logistics teams.
• Ensure accurate documentation for local, interstate, and export shipments.
• Manage transport scheduling and ensure OTIF (On-Time-In-Full) delivery performance.

Warehouse Safety, Compliance & Governance

• Ensure adherence to safety standards, fire protection norms, and statutory guidelines.
• Conduct regular safety drills, housekeeping checks, and risk assessments.
• Maintain compliance with customer audits, internal audits, and quality management systems.

ERP, Data Accuracy & Reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely posting of GRNs, issues, transfers, and dispatch documents.
• Manage warehouse-related ERP modules and train team members.
• Generate daily/weekly/monthly MIS reports:
• Inventory ageing
• Stock accuracy
• Warehouse efficiency
• Dispatch performance
• WIP visibility

Warehouse Optimization & Continuous Improvement

• Improve warehouse layout for better flow, space utilization, and safety.
• Implement best practices like barcoding, location mapping, Kanban, and FIFO/FEFO automation.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives by optimizing storage, manpower, and material handling practices.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and mentor a team of warehouse executives, supervisors, and operators.
• Define KPIs and drive performance management.
• Conduct regular training on ERP usage, SOP adherence, 5S, and inventory discipline.

Promote a culture of accountability, speed, and accuracy.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of warehouse management in textile/socks/apparel manufacturing.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/Tally or any manufacturing ERP).
• Excellent leadership, coordination, and team-building skills.
• High discipline in documentation, process adherence, and inventory control.
• Strong analytical ability for data-driven decision-making.
• Familiarity with 5S, FIFO/FEFO, and warehousing best practices.
• Ability to work under pressure with strong problem-solving capabilities.

Preferred candidate profile

• Graduate in Supply Chain, Logistics, Commerce, or related field (MBA preferred).
• 712 years experience in warehouse management, including at least 35 years in textile/socks/apparel manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience in RM (Raw Material), WIP (Work in Progress), FG (Finished Goods) handling, dispatch management, and inventory control.
• Experience managing mid-sized warehouse teams and high-volume operations.