Industry & Sector: A leading player in the GCC Logistics & Supply Chain market, the company delivers end-to-end warehousing, distribution, and value-added fulfillment services for retail, e-commerce, and FMCG brands. Leveraging data-driven inventory control and regional multi-temperature storage, we help customers shorten lead times and cut operating costs.
Role & Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day warehouse operations—receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and dispatch—ensuring 99% inventory accuracy and on-time order fulfillment.
- Lead, coach, and schedule a multi-shift team of warehouse associates and forklift operators, driving productivity, safety, and engagement in a hybrid work model.
- Implement and monitor Lean logistics practices, 5S audits, and continuous-improvement projects to reduce handling time and space utilization.
- Maintain WMS/ERP data integrity, perform cycle counts, investigate variances, and publish weekly KPI dashboards covering DIFOT, shrinkage, and labor efficiency.
- Coordinate with procurement, transport, and customer-service teams to resolve bottlenecks, manage returns, and meet SLA commitments.
- Enforce EHS standards, conduct toolbox talks, and ensure compliance with UAE labor and fire-safety regulations.
Skills & Qualifications
- Must-Have
- 3+ years supervising warehouse or distribution center operations in GCC or similar environment.
- Proficiency with modern WMS/ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Manhattan) and Excel-based reporting.
- Demonstrated leadership of 10–30 frontline staff, including performance management and shift planning.
- Hands-on knowledge of inventory control, cycle counting, and root-cause analysis.
- Valid UAE forklift license and thorough understanding of HSE/SOP compliance.
- Preferred
- Experience in hybrid or tech-enabled warehouses utilizing RF scanners, AS/RS, or voice-picking.
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow-Belt certification or exposure to Kaizen events.
- Familiarity with cold-chain or bonded warehousing regulations.
Benefits & Culture Highlights
- Performance-linked bonus and medical insurance from day one.
- Hybrid work flexibility for planning, analysis, and reporting tasks.
- Career pathway toward Operations Manager with funded certifications.
Skills: inventory management,team leadership,erp systems,lean logistics,safety compliance,kpi tracking,problem solving,forklift operation