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

Sperton Global AS; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Dubai is seeking a Warehouse and Store Manager. The role involves overseeing daily operations, managing inventory, and leading a team to ensure compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate should have over 8 years of experience in warehouse management with strong leadership skills and knowledge of inventory systems. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years in warehouse/store management including 5 years in a managerial role, preferably in manufacturing or industrial sectors.

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

Leadership and team management skills

Strong knowledge of inventory systems (ERP, WMS)

Good understanding of health & safety standards

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication and documentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Overview

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.

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 in a managerial 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.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.