Job Title: Warehouse Manager

Location: Shirwal, Satara (Maharashtra)

Department: Supply Chain

Reports To: Operations Director

The Warehouse Manager will be responsible for leading and managing end-to-end warehouse operations for raw materials, trims, WIP, and finished goods in a socks manufacturing environment. The role ensures smooth inbound and outbound operations, high inventory accuracy, compliance with quality standards, efficient material movement, and on-time dispatch to customers. The position requires strong leadership, disciplined warehouse practices, ERP proficiency, and deep understanding of textile/hosiery material handling requirements

Key Responsibilities:

1. Inbound Operations (RM/PM/Consumables)

- Ensure timely receiving of yarn, trims, packing materials, and consumables.

- Verify GRN entries, QA clearance, and documentation accuracy.

- Maintain well-defined receiving processes including quality checks, batch/lot capturing, and storage allocation.

2. Storage, Binning & Warehouse Organization

- Implement structured storage systems including binning, labelling, segregation, and racking.

- Ensure proper storage conditions for yarn and sensitive materials (humidity, ventilation, (First In, First Out - FIFO/ First Expired, First Out - FEFO).

- Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant warehouse environment aligned with 5S standards.

3. Internal Material Movement & WIP Management

- Ensure efficient and accurate material issuance to knitting, linking, washing, finishing, and packing departments.

- Track WIP movement across all departments and maintain visibility in ERP.

- Ensure zero delays in material availability for production.

4. Inventory Management & Accuracy

- Maintain 98%+ inventory accuracy through daily cycle counts and periodic stock audits.

- Monitor stock levels, slow/non-moving inventory, and near-expiry items.

- Investigate discrepancies and ensure corrective and preventive actions.

- Maintain real-time inventory in ERP with zero backlog.

5. Finished Goods Handling & Dispatch Management

- Oversee picking, packing, labelling, palletizing, and loading of finished goods.

- Coordinate dispatch plans with merchandising, PPC, and logistics teams.

- Ensure accurate documentation for local, interstate, and export shipments.

- Manage transport scheduling and ensure OTIF (On-Time-In-Full) delivery performance.

6. Warehouse Safety, Compliance & Governance

- Ensure adherence to safety standards, fire protection norms, and statutory guidelines.

- Conduct regular safety drills, housekeeping checks, and risk assessments.

- Maintain compliance with customer audits, internal audits, and quality management systems.

7. ERP, Data Accuracy & Reporting

- Ensure accurate and timely posting of GRNs, issues, transfers, and dispatch documents.

- Manage warehouse-related ERP modules and train team members.

- Generate daily/weekly/monthly MIS reports:

o Inventory ageing

o Stock accuracy

o Warehouse efficiency

o Dispatch performance

o WIP visibility

8. Warehouse Optimization & Continuous Improvement

- Improve warehouse layout for better flow, space utilization, and safety.

- Implement best practices like barcoding, location mapping, Kanban, and FIFO/FEFO automation.

- Drive cost reduction initiatives by optimizing storage, manpower, and material handling practices.

9. Team Leadership & Development

- Lead and mentor a team of warehouse executives, supervisors, and operators.

- Define KPIs and drive performance management.

- Conduct regular training on ERP usage, SOP adherence, 5S, and inventory discipline.

- Promote a culture of accountability, speed, and accuracy.

Key Skills & Competencies

- Strong knowledge of warehouse management in textile/socks/apparel manufacturing.

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

- Excellent leadership, coordination, and team-building skills.

- High discipline in documentation, process adherence, and inventory control.

- Strong analytical ability for data-driven decision-making.

- Familiarity with 5S, FIFO/FEFO, and warehousing best practices.

- Ability to work under pressure with strong problem-solving capabilities.

Qualifications & Experience

- Graduate in Supply Chain, Logistics, Commerce, or related field (MBA preferred).

- 7-12 years' experience in warehouse management, including at least 3-5 years in textile/socks/apparel manufacturing.

- Hands-on experience in RM (Raw Material), WIP (Work in Progress), FG (Finished Goods) handling, dispatch management, and inventory control.

- Experience managing mid-sized warehouse teams and high-volume operations.

About the Company:

A reputed and fast-growing Socks Manufacturing Company located at Shirwal (Maharashtra), catering to leading domestic and international brands. The company focuses on innovation, quality, sustainability, and operational excellence, offering a modern manufacturing environment equipped with advanced knitting and finishing technologies.