Warehouse Manager

Job Title: Warehouse Manager

Location: Chennai
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Retail / Textiles / Home Décor
Experience: 2–5 Years
Reporting To: Operations Head / Director

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Warehouse Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our warehouse handling premium silk sarees, home décor items, and related products. The ideal candidate will ensure that inventory is well-managed, orders are fulfilled efficiently, and the warehouse is run in an organized and compliant manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the complete warehouse operations including inbound, outbound, storage, and inventory control.
• Maintain accurate stock levels of silk sarees, fabrics, home décor products, accessories, etc., using inventory management software.
• Ensure all products are stored properly and safely, especially delicate items like silk sarees that require specific handling and storage.
• Implement and maintain FIFO/LIFO methods and proper labeling of inventory.
• Supervise a team of warehouse staff: assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide training where necessary.
• Ensure timely order processing, picking, packing, and dispatch, especially for e-commerce and retail orders.
• Monitor shipment tracking, coordinate with logistics partners and ensure on-time delivery.
• Perform regular stock audits, cycle counts, and reconciliations to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce errors or product damage.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment in compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Coordinate with the sales and customer service teams for fast-moving or priority items.
• Handle returns and damaged items appropriately, updating inventory and reporting discrepancies.

Requirements:

• 3–5 years of warehouse management experience, preferably in textiles, garments, fashion retail, or home décor.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Working knowledge of inventory and warehouse management systems (WMS/ERP/Excel).
• Familiarity with handling delicate and high-value products like silk sarees and fragile décor pieces.
• Ability to manage high order volumes during peak/festival seasons.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills in English and regional language (Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, etc., as applicable).
• Basic understanding of e-commerce order flow (if applicable).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Certification in Warehouse or Inventory Management is a plus.
• Prior experience with platforms like Shopify, Unicommerce, or similar is beneficial.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person