Warehouse Manager

Job description / Role

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Restructure and improve the order management and fulfillment process.
* Improve and manage all warehouse operations to ensure accurate and timely receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods.
* Implement industry best practices for inventory control, space utilization, returns management and order fulfillment.
* Develop and implement strategies for efficient transportation and distribution of goods.
* Coordinate with third-party logistics partners to ensure on-time delivery and cost-effective transportation solutions.
* Train and lead a team of 47 warehouse and logistics professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
* Provide guidance and direction to ensure the team meets performance targets and key performance indicators (KPIs) such as SL, OTIF, Fill Rate, OOS, Inventory Turn etc.
* Plan and prepare the overall warehouse budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources and adherence to financial targets.
* Stay up to date with latest trends and advancements in Operations and proactively identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.

* Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
* Proven experience (15 years) in warehouse operations for an FMCG business, five years in management positions, with a focus on warehouse management and logistics.
* Experience in warehouse process improvements, restructuring and the implementation of a WMS.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
* Excellent leadership and team management skills.
* Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in operations and supply chain management.
* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

We request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible.

Quest Search and Selection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

About the Company

Quest Search & Selection is a specialist recruitment consultancy with over 20 years' experience in sourcing the world's best candidates for the global Retail, FMCG and Hospitality sectors.

With offices in the UK & Dubai, we have an international presence and a global reach. Our recruiters place candidates locally and internationally for a wide variety of roles focusing on the following areas:

Retail Buying & Merchandising, E-commerce & Digital, Food & Beverage, Hotels, Hospitality & Operations, Retail Stores & Operations, HR & Recruitment, Procurement, Supply Chain & Logistics, Sales & Marketing, Technical and New Product Development.

We work in partnership with our clients who range from famous international brands within the Retail, Restaurant, Hotel and Consumer products space. Our reputation is built on our in-depth understanding of the industry and our consultants' skill, knowledge and passion for their sectors.