Warehouse &Sore Manager for Well Known Lubricant Co. in UAE

Sperton Global AS; Dubai; On-site; AED 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Dubai is seeking a Warehouse and Store Manager. The role involves overseeing warehouse operations, ensuring efficient inventory management, and leading a team to comply with safety standards. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree and have at least 8 years of experience in warehouse management. The ideal applicant will have strong leadership skills and knowledge of inventory systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in warehouse/store management, including 5 years in a managerial role.
• Experience in the manufacturing or industrial sectors is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise receiving, storing, and dispatching of goods.
• Maintain accurate stock records through ERP or manual systems.
• Manage, train, and evaluate warehouse and store personnel.

Skills

Inventory management systems

Leadership skills

Analytical abilities

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

Job Summary:

The Warehouse and Store Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the warehouse and stores including the receipt, storage, inventory control, and dispatch of raw materials, finished goods, and consumables. The role ensures efficient inventory management, compliance with safety standards, and effective team supervision to support the overall supply chain.

Key Responsibilities:

• Warehouse Operations: Supervise receiving, storing, and dispatching of goods. Ensure timely loading and unloading of materials. Maintain FIFO and/or FEFO systems for inventory rotation. Optimize space utilization and warehouse layout for operational efficiency. Able to manage 4-5 warehouses.
• Inventory Management: Maintain accurate stock records through ERP or manual systems. Conduct regular cycle counts and physical stock audits. Identify and resolve stock discrepancies. Minimize stock damage, obsolescence, and pilferage.
• Store Management: Oversee issuing of raw materials and consumables to production. Maintain proper documentation (issue slips, GRNs, returns, etc.). Ensure traceability of materials and finished goods.
• Team Management: Manage, train, and evaluate warehouse and store personnel. Schedule staff shifts and assign duties. Enforce discipline and ensure productivity.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to company safety policies and UAE legal requirements. Maintain cleanliness and order in the warehouse and stores. Conduct regular safety drills and training sessions.
• Reporting & Coordination: Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly stock and movement reports. Coordinate with procurement, production, quality control, and logistics teams. Escalate shortages, excesses, or quality issues promptly.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum 8 years in warehouse/store management, including 5 years as Manager Role, preferably in manufacturing or industrial sectors.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of inventory systems (ERP, WMS). Leadership and team management skills. Good understanding of health & safety standards. Analytical and problem-solving abilities. Effective communication and documentation skills.