Global Warehouse Manager
Warehouse Manager
About Us: We are a leading provider of infrastructure maintenance equipment and services globally. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, we have been at the forefront of advancing technology for over 60 years. Our mission is to deliver safe, efficient, and reliable solutions to optimize infrastructure worldwide.
Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Warehouse Manager to oversee and optimize our warehouse operations on a global scale. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing inventory, logistics, and distribution activities to ensure efficient operations and timely delivery of goods to various locations. The Warehouse Manager will play a crucial role in implementing best practices, driving continuous improvement, and maintaining compliance with all relevant regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategic plans for warehouse operations to support the company’s overall objectives and growth initiatives.
- Inventory Management: Oversee inventory control processes, including receiving, storing, and issuing materials to ensure accuracy and minimize stock shortages or overages.
- Logistics Management: Coordinate transportation, shipping, and receiving activities to optimize efficiency and minimize costs while meeting delivery deadlines.
- Supervision and Leadership: Lead and manage warehouse staff, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback to ensure high levels of productivity and morale.
- Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate warehouse processes and systems to identify opportunities for optimization, automation, and efficiency gains.
- Quality Control: Implement and maintain quality control measures to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance with regulatory standards for all warehouse operations.
- Safety and Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations and industry standards, maintaining a safe working environment for all warehouse personnel.
- Vendor Management: Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers to negotiate favorable terms, resolve issues, and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
- Budget Management: Develop and manage departmental budgets, monitoring expenses and variances to ensure cost-effective operations.
- Reporting and Analysis: Prepare regular reports and analysis on warehouse performance metrics, including inventory levels, order fulfillment rates, and on-time delivery performance.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Proven experience (minimum 5 years) in warehouse management, preferably in a global or multi-site environment.
- Strong leadership skills with a track record of building and motivating high-performing teams.
- In-depth knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management principles, and logistics best practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
- Proficiency in warehouse management software and Microsoft Office applications.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements and safety standards for warehouse operations.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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