Warehouse & Logistics Manager
Namanve * Full-time
Human Capital Business Solutions Ltd
Procurement and Logistics
Total Positions:
Location: Namanve
Full-time
Salary: Attractive
Posted 1 year ago
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Warehouse Operations & Inventory Control
• Oversee daily warehouse functions: receipt, storage, picking, packing, loading, and dispatch of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
• Implement robust inventory control procedures cycle counts, audits, stock reconciliation to maintain 100% accuracy
• Optimize warehouse layout and racking to maximize storage efficiency and support production throughput.
• Logistics & Transportation Management
• Coordinate inbound material deliveries and outbound shipping, including carrier selection, route planning, and freight cost negotiation
• Ensure reliable transportation schedules aligned with production needs and customer delivery timelines
• Manage and audit freight invoices, claims, and vendor performance.
• Team Leadership & Staff Development
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate warehouse and logistics staff, including forklift operators and loaders
• Develop staff schedules and shift rotas to ensure continuous, compliant operations.
• Lead a culture of safety, productivity, and teamwork, conducting coaching and performance reviews.
• Safety Compliance & Quality Control
• Enforce health, safety, and environmental standards; conduct audits, investigate incidents, and drive corrective actions.
• Monitor storage conditions to ensure product integrity, especially for sensitive or regulated goods
• Performance Monitoring & Reporting
• Track and analyze warehousing and logistics KPIs (throughput, accuracy, cost per unit, OTIF delivery)
• Generate and present regular performance reports to production and operations management
• Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization
• Identify inefficiencies and lead lean initiatives to optimize storage, handling, and workflow processes.
• Maintain documentation and SOPs, and update processes to align with production changes
• Cross-Functional Coordination
• Collaborate closely with production planning, quality control, procurement, and customer service teams.
• Align warehouse and logistics activities with S&OP cycles and production schedules
• Budgeting & Cost Control
• Manage warehouse and logistics budgets, including labor, transport, and equipment expenses.
• Negotiate contracts with carriers and warehouse service providers
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Transport and Logistics, Procurement and Logistics or a related field.
• Master’s Degree in related field (Supply Chain Management, Transport and Logistics, Procurement and Logistics) is an added advantage.
• Professional Certifications (CILT, CLM) are highly considered
• 5-10+ years in a similar role within the manufacturing industry
• Knowledge on Inventory Management and Stock optimization.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Odoo)
• Team supervision, motivation and training skills.
HOW TO APPLY
Candidates who meet the criteria outlined above should submit their applications, resume and academic documents in pdf format with “HCBSU-WHALM- WARE HOUSE AND LOGISTICS MANAGER†as the Email subject via recruitment@hcbsltd.com.
Note:
The deadline for applications is not later than 05:00 pm, Friday 25th July 2025.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Female Candidates are encouraged to apply.
Deadline: Expired
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