Warehouse Manager
Job description
Compliance & Reporting
- Ensure adherence to all compliance requirements for health and safety regulations.
- Prepare and maintain health and safety reports, manage PPE inventory, and ensure proper forklift usage protocols are followed.
- Manage all relevant reporting and documentation for compliance, ensuring all records are up to date.
- Confirm and accurately record all delivery notes, picking lists, and collection notes in the QBIS system.
Inventory Accuracy
- Regularly measure and report on the percentage of inventory records that match physical counts in the QBIS system.
- Conduct periodic inventory audits and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
Order Fulfilment Rate
- Track and maintain the percentage of orders that are fulfilled on time and in full within the QBIS system.
- Identify trends and implement improvements to ensure that order fulfilment targets are consistently met.
Picking And Packing Efficiency
- Monitor and optimize the average time taken to pick and pack orders, ensuring operational efficiency.
- Implement strategies to improve speed and accuracy in the picking and packing process.
Staff Management
- Oversee the performance and development of warehouse staff, providing feedback, training, and support as needed.
- Conduct regular performance reviews and assist in the development of performance improvement plans.
- Promote a safe, productive, and team-oriented working environment.
Sourcing & Forecasting
- Responsible for sourcing products, working closely with suppliers to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.
- Analyze sales trends and work with the team to forecast demand and place Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) orders accordingly.
- Monitor inventory levels and adjust sourcing strategies to meet demand fluctuations.
Qualifications & Skills
- Proven experience in warehouse management or logistics.
- Strong understanding of inventory management systems (preferably QBIS).
- Experience in staff management and performance evaluation.
- Solid knowledge of health and safety regulations in a warehouse environment.
- Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Desired Attributes
- Analytical mindset with the ability to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Proactive and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.
- Experience in sourcing products and managing vendor relationships is a plus.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.