NATCO Pharma - Deputy Manager - Warehouse

Description:

Job Title: Warehouse Deputy Manager

Location: Naidupeta

Department: Warehouse & Logistics

Industry: Pharmaceutical / Manufacturing

Experience: 36 Years

Qualification: Bachelors / Masters Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field

About the Role:

The Warehouse Deputy Manager will be responsible for managing and coordinating all day-to-day warehouse operations, ensuring efficient inventory management, adherence to compliance standards, and timely movement of materials. The role requires strong leadership, operational excellence, and hands-on experience in managing warehouse systems within a pharmaceutical or manufacturing setup.

Key Responsibilities (KRAs):

- Supervise and oversee daily warehouse operations to ensure smooth functioning.

- Manage inventory control processes, including stock receipt, storage, and dispatch.

- Maintain accuracy in stock records and ensure regular cycle counts and physical verification.

- Coordinate material handling, packaging, and distribution activities in line with operational requirements.

- Monitor and optimize warehouse space utilization and material flow.

- Ensure adherence to Good Warehousing Practices (GWP) and regulatory compliance.

- Oversee forklift and equipment operations, ensuring safety and operational efficiency.

- Lead, train, and motivate warehouse staff to maintain productivity and discipline.

- Collaborate with procurement, production, and quality teams for seamless coordination.

- Implement and monitor SOPs for warehouse processes and ensure continuous improvement.

- Maintain accurate documentation related to stock movements and transactions.

- Monitor KPIs such as inventory accuracy, turnaround time, and dispatch efficiency.

- Ensure compliance with EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) standards within the warehouse.

- Identify areas for process optimization and cost reduction.

Required Skillsets:

- Strong expertise in warehouse operations, inventory management, and stock control.

- Good understanding of ERP/WMS systems for tracking and reporting.

- Proficiency in operations planning, scheduling, and material movement.

- Knowledge of forklift operations and warehouse equipment handling.

- Familiarity with pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry warehouse processes.

- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.

- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

- Effective communication and coordination skills across departments.

- Commitment to maintaining safety, quality, and compliance standards.