Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager - Stores Department

Encube Ethicals; South Goa District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Encube Ethicals in Goa is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to oversee raw materials and packaging inventories, ensure timely procurement and QA releases, and maintain strict cGMP compliance. You will implement SOPs, train staff, and coordinate across Quality, Engineering, and Purchase departments to uphold safety and accuracy.

The role requires 10–12 years of relevant pharma warehousing experience, strong analytical skills, and a proven ability to manage audits and documentation.

Qualifications

• 10-12 years of relevant warehouse experience in pharma or regulated environments.
• B.Sc. / B. Pharma preferred; B.Com acceptable as an alternative.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, SOPs, and warehouse compliance systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan, procure, evaluate, and control inventories of raw materials and packaging materials in line with production requirements.
• Coordinate with the Purchase department to ensure timely availability of materials.
• Coordinate with Quality Control for timely release of materials as per production schedule.
• Prepare, review, and implement departmental SOPs.
• Train subordinates on departmental SOPs and updates.
• Ensure strict adherence to SOPs and cGMP during warehouse operations.
• Prepare and submit MIS reports as required.
• Verify and maintain the integrity of all cGMP and statutory records.
• Ensure receipt, storage, and dispensing of materials per defined procedures with MSDS and safety guidelines.
• Oversee proper return or destruction of rejected materials in compliance with procedures and MSDS guidelines.
• Ensure weighing balances are verified and calibrated per SOPs.
• Maintain environmental conditions of designated storage and dispensing areas as per SOP.
• Coordinate with Engineering to execute preventive maintenance of departmental equipment.
• Ensure calibration of standard weights, balances, and instruments before due date.
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure all team members follow defined safety measures.
• Monitor receipt, storage, and issuance of engineering and miscellaneous materials as per SOPs.
• Prepare and review equipment qualification protocols and reports with Engineering.
• Assist in qualification studies and temperature mapping protocols.
• Ensure timely dispatch of finished goods to customers with proper documentation.
• Maintain housekeeping and upkeep of warehouse areas.
• Lead and coordinate change controls, deviations, and ensure timely closure.
• Represent the department during audits and ensure prompt compliance with audit observations.

Skills

Documentation

Data Analysis

cGMP & SOPs

Coordination

Education

B.Sc. / B. Pharma

B.Com

Job description

Role & responsibilities

• Plan, procure, evaluate, and control inventories of raw materials and packaging materials in line with production requirements.
• Coordinate with the Purchase department to ensure timely availability of materials.
• Coordinate with Quality Control for timely release of materials as per production schedule.
• Prepare, review, and implement departmental SOPs.
• Train subordinates on departmental SOPs and updates.
• Ensure strict adherence to SOPs and cGMP during warehouse operations.
• Prepare and submit MIS reports as required.
• Verify and maintain the integrity of all cGMP and statutory records.
• Ensure receipt, storage, and dispensing of materials are carried out per defined procedures, with reference to relevant MSDS and safety requirements.
• Oversee proper return or destruction of rejected materials in compliance with procedures and MSDS guidelines.
• Ensure weighing balances are verified and calibrated per SOPs.
• Maintain environmental conditions of designated storage and dispensing areas as per SOP.
• Coordinate with the Engineering department to execute preventive maintenance of departmental equipment.
• Ensure calibration of standard weights, balances, and instruments is done before the due date.
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure all team members follow defined safety measures during operations.
• Monitor receipt, storage, and issuance of engineering and miscellaneous materials as per SOPs.
• Prepare and review equipment qualification protocols and reports in collaboration with the Engineering department.
• Assist in conducting qualification studies and temperature mapping protocols.
• Ensure timely dispatch of finished goods to customers with proper documentation.
• Maintain overall housekeeping and upkeep of warehouse areas.
• Lead and coordinate change controls, deviations, and ensure timely closure.
• Represent the department during audits and ensure prompt compliance with audit observations.

Essential Functions :

• Warehouse QMS-related activities
• Dispensing of materials as per production plan
• Dispatch of materials as per plan

Additional Responsibilities :

• Raise material / service indents and prepare Capex proposals as needed.
• Manage departmental inventory effectively.
• Attend technical workshops / seminars and explore new techniques and technologies relevant to the warehouse function.

Education : Qualifications :

• B.Sc. / B. Pharma Preferred
• B.Com or equivalent Acceptable

Experience :

10-12 years of relevant experience in warehouse preferably in a pharmaceutical or regulated industry.

Skills :

• Documentation & Data Review
• Interpretation & Statistical Analysis
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, SOPs, and warehouse compliance systems
• Good communication and coordination abilities across departments