Role Purpose:

- The Warehousing Manager is responsible for end-to-end management of Plant

- Warehousing Operations, including inbound material receipt, goods receipt posting, Inventory management, and outbound finished goods dispatch.

- The role ensures efficient utilization of manpower, shifts, material handling equipment (MHE), and warehouse systems to deliver safe, accurate, and cost-effective warehousing operations with strong system and physical inventory hygiene.

Key Responsibilities:

Inbound & Receiving Operations:

- Oversee receiving of all raw materials, packing materials, and consumables at the plant.

- Ensure timely unloading of inbound trucks in line with production and planning requirements.

- Validate delivery documents and ensure accurate Goods Receipt (GR) posting in ERP systems.

- Coordinate with Quality, Stores, and Planning teams for material inspection, segregation, and put-away.

Warehouse & Inventory Management:

- Maintain system stock vs physical stock accuracy with zero tolerance for discrepancies.

- Ensure proper storage, binning, labelling, and traceability of materials.

- Conduct cycle counts, monthly stock checks, and annual physical inventory

- Investigate and close inventory variances with root-cause analysis and corrective actions.

- Ensure FIFO compliance as applicable.

Outbound & Dispatch Operations:

- Plan and execute loading of finished goods as per dispatch schedules.

- Ensure accurate picking, packing, and documentation for dispatches.

- Coordinate with logistics and transporters to meet OTIF (On-Time In-Full) delivery targets.

- Ensure truck loading follows safety, weight, and quality norms.

Manpower & Shift Management:

- Plan and manage warehouse manpower across shifts to meet operational demand.

- Drive productivity improvements through effective shift utilization and task allocation.

- Monitor workmen performance and ensure adherence to standard work procedures.

- Ensure statutory compliance related to contract labor and shop-floor practices.

MHE & VNA Operations:

- Ensure effective utilization of VNA trucks, forklifts, pallet trucks, and other MHEs.

- Ensure availability, uptime, and preventive maintenance of all MHEs.

- Coordinate with Maintenance and Vendors to minimize breakdowns and downtime.

- Enforce safe operation practices for all material handling activities.

Systems, Process & Compliance:

- Ensure strict adherence to ERP/WMS processes for all warehouse transactions.

- Maintain strong system discipline for receipts, issues, transfers, and adjustments.

- Develop and implement SOPs, work instructions, and best practices.

- Drive continuous improvement initiatives (5S, Lean, safety, space optimization).

Safety & Housekeeping:

- Ensure compliance with EHS standards across all warehousing activities.

- Maintain high levels of housekeeping, 5S, and visual management.

- Conduct regular safety audits, toolbox talks, and training programs.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

- Inventory accuracy (% system vs physical)

- Truck turnaround time (TAT)

- MHE availability and utilization

- Manpower productivity per shift

- GRN and dispatch accuracy

- Safety incidents and near misses

Qualifications & Experience:

- Degree in Engineering / Supply Chain / Operations / Logistics (preferred).

- 8+ Years of experience in Plant Warehousing Operations in Manufacturing.

- Strong experience in ERP/WMS systems (SAP or equivalent).

- Hands-on exposure to VNA warehouses and MHE management.

- Proven ability to manage union/contract labor and multi-shift operations.

Skills & Competencies:

- Strong operational leadership and people management skills

- High attention to detail and system discipline

- Problem-solving and root-cause analysis

- Good coordination and Stakeholder management

- Safety-first mindset with continuous improvement orientation