Warehouse Supervisor

Job Summary

• The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, inventory accuracy, material movement, and stockroom management.
• This role ensures efficient warehouse processes, compliance with company policies, and timely support for production and business operations while leading and developing the warehouse team.
• Key Responsibilities
• Warehouse Operations
• Supervise daily warehouse and stockroom activities, including receiving, storage, issuing, and inventory control.
• Ensure materials and inventory are properly identified, labeled, and stored for easy access and traceability.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and support inventory audits and cycle counts.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, Goods Issue (GI) issues, and stock-related problems.
• Coordinate material availability to support production schedules and operational requirements.
• Drive continuous improvements in warehouse processes, efficiency, and inventory accuracy.
• Team Leadership & People Management
• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse team members to achieve operational excellence.
• Recruit, onboard, and retain warehouse staff.
• Identify training and development needs and ensure team competency through effective training programs.
• Set performance goals, conduct performance evaluations, and provide ongoing feedback and coaching.
• Develop succession plans and build a high-performing warehouse team.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Cost & Process Improvement
• Monitor warehouse costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction and process optimization.
• Implement improvements to enhance productivity, inventory control, and service levels.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and eliminate non-value-added activities.
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Work closely with Production, Engineering, Planning, Purchasing, Quality, Program Management, and other departments to ensure smooth material flow and operations.
• Provide regular updates and communication regarding warehouse performance, inventory status, and operational challenges.
• Compliance & Safety
• Ensure compliance with company policies, security requirements, and warehouse operating procedures.
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Support internal and external audits as required.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in warehouse, inventory control, or logistics operations.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Preferred Competencies
• Leadership and people management
• Inventory Control & Cycle Count Management
• Warehouse Process Optimization
• SAP / ERP Systems
• Continuous Improvement (Lean, Kaizen, 5S)
• Cost Management
• Communication & Stakeholder Management