Assistant Manager- Stores

Esab India Limited; Chennai; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Esab India Limited is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager / Senior Engineer RM & FG Stores in Chennai to lead end-to-end warehouse operations for raw materials and finished goods. You will manage receipt, storage, inventory control, dispatch, and ERP transactions while ensuring compliance and continuous improvement.

The role requires hands-on warehouse management experience, strong leadership, and the ability to drive operational excellence in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with relevant manufacturing/warehouse exposure.
• 8–10 years of experience in warehouse/stores management in manufacturing/engineering sectors.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (M3 INFOR, SAP, Oracle) and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee RM & FG warehouse operations including receipt, storage, inventory control, billing and dispatch.
• Maintain accuracy for 7,000+ SKUs and optimize warehouse utilization.
• Lead a 40+ member team to meet safety and operational targets.
• Ensure timely billing, dispatch and OTIF deliveries with proper documentation.
• Execute ERP transactions for GRN, inventory movements, stock transfers and dispatch.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Production, Sales, Quality and Logistics for uninterrupted material flow.
• Implement FIFO, cycle counts, stock verification and reconciliation.
• Manage RDC/NRDC, returns, rejections, and scrap handling.
• Ensure ISO 9001 compliance, SOP adherence, safety and statutory requirements.
• Drive Kaizen, 5S and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Warehouse & Inventory Management

ERP Operations & Inventory Control

Finished Goods Dispatch &Documentation

Team Leadership & Cross-functional Co-

Analytical & Problem-solving Skills

FIFO, Cycle Count & Stock Audit

Communication & Process Improvement

Knowledge of GST, E‑Way Bill, and ware

Education

BE/B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

M3 INFOR

SAP

Oracle

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Manager / Senior Engineer RM & FG Stores
Department: Raw Material & Finished Goods Stores
Reporting To: Warehouse Manager

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Assistant Manager / Senior Engineer RM & FG Stores to manage end-to-end warehouse operations for Raw Materials and Finished Goods. The role involves inventory control, material receipt, storage, dispatch, ERP transactions, statutory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership skills, hands‑on warehouse management experience, and the ability to drive operational excellence in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of RM & FG warehouses, including receipt, storage, inventory control, billing, and dispatch.
• Handle inventory of 7,000+ SKUs while ensuring high inventory accuracy and efficient warehouse utilization.
• Lead and develop a team of 40+ warehouse personnel to achieve operational and safety targets.
• Ensure timely billing, dispatch, and OTIF deliveries with complete statutory documentation.
• Perform accurate ERP transactions for GRN, inventory movements, stock transfers, and dispatch.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Production, Sales, Quality, and Logistics for uninterrupted material flow.
• Implement FIFO practices, conduct cycle counts, physical stock verification, and inventory reconciliation.
• Handle RDC, NRDC, customer returns, rejection claims, and scrap management.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, warehouse SOPs, safety standards, and statutory requirements.
• Drive Kaizen, 5S, warehouse optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience: 810 years in warehouse/stores management within manufacturing, engineering, welding, automotive, or heavy equipment industries.
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (M3 INFOR, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent) and MS Office.

Key Skills

• Warehouse & Inventory Management
• ERP Operations & Inventory Control
• Finished Goods Dispatch & Documentation
• Team Leadership & Cross‑functional Coordination
• Analytical & Problem‑solving Skills
• FIFO, Cycle Count & Stock Audit
• Communication & Process Improvement
• Knowledge of GST, E‑Way Bill, and statutory warehouse compliance

Preferred

• Experience in welding equipment, engineering, automotive, or heavy machinery industries.
• Knowledge of warehouse automation, barcode systems, and AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT) will be an added advantage.