Warehouse Manager

Description:

Role Overview

We are hiring a Warehouse Manager to lead and manage end-to-end warehouse operations for raw materials, trims, WIP, and finished goods in a high-volume socks/apparel manufacturing setup.

The role involves managing inbound & outbound operations, inventory accuracy, WIP movement, dispatches, warehouse safety, ERP governance, and team leadership.

We are looking for someone with strong process discipline, excellent people management, textile-specific warehouse expertise, and a deep understanding of RM/WIP/FG flows.

Key Responsibilities:

Inbound & Storage Management

- Oversee receiving of RM/PM/consumables with accurate GRN & QA documentation

- Implement structured storage, binning, labeling & 5S-compliant warehouse layout

- Maintain FIFO/FEFO, humidity-controlled yarn storage & proper racking systems

WIP Control & Material Movement

- Ensure timely issuance of materials to knitting, linking, washing & finishing

- Maintain real-time WIP tracking and ERP visibility

- Eliminate production delays through proactive material planning

Inventory & Dispatch Operations

- Maintain 98%+ inventory accuracy through cycle counts & audits

- Manage FG picking, packing, palletizing & dispatch documentation

- Coordinate with PPC, merchandising & logistics for OTIF deliveries

Warehouse Compliance & ERP Governance

- Ensure safety norms, fire protection, audit readiness & SOP adherence

- Maintain accurate ERP postings (GRN, issues, transfers, dispatches)

- Publish MIS reportsstock accuracy, ageing, WIP visibility, dispatch KPIs

People Leadership & Optimization

- Lead a team of supervisors/executives/operators with clear KPIs

- Drive 5S, barcoding, Kanban & continuous improvement initiatives

- Optimize space, manpower & cost through efficient warehouse layout planning

Requirements:

- Graduate in Supply Chain / Logistics / Commerce (MBA preferred)

- 7 to 12 years of warehouse management experience (textile/socks/apparel a must)

- Strong command of RM, WIP, FG handling & dispatch operations

- Proficiency in ERP (SAP / Oracle / Tally / any manufacturing ERP)

- Experience leading mid-sized warehouse teams & high-volume operations

- Strong analytical mindset, discipline, and problem-solving abilities