Assistant Warehouse Manager

Motherson; Chennai District; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Motherson is seeking an experienced warehouse and stores operations leader to oversee end-to-end activities, including receipt, storage, preservation, and issuance of materials aligned with production needs. The role emphasizes SAP-driven inventory control, cross-functional collaboration, and safety compliance.

Ideal candidates bring 10–15 years in manufacturing warehousing, expertise in SAP MM/WM/EWM, and a proven track record in warehouse automation, Lean practices, and cost optimization.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in warehouse/stores operations within a manufacturing environment, preferably in Electronics, EMS, Automotive, or Industrial Manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with SAP (MM/WM/EWM modules preferred).
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, material handling, and storage systems.
• Expertise in warehouse automation, AMR/AGV, digitalization, barcode/RFID systems, and WMS solutions.
• Hand on Experience in Chemicals - Flammable / Non-Flammable, Hazardous / DG Chemicals.
• Good understanding of electronic and mechanical material storage requirements.
• Strong knowledge of FIFO, FEFO, shelf-life management, and material traceability.
• Experience in warehouse layout planning, industrial warehouse standards, and space optimization.
• Sound understanding of CAPEX, OPEX, budgeting, and cost optimization.
• Experience in implementing Lean, Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end warehouse and stores operations aligned with production requirements.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and optimal stock levels via SAP.
• Coordinate with procurement, planning, quality, and production.
• Manage material receipt, inspection, and timely availability.
• Oversee storage of electronic and mechanical components with safety.
• Implement FIFO/FEFO, shelf-life, traceability, and inventory controls.
• Drive warehouse process improvements, automation, and digitalization.
• Monitor KPIs: inventory accuracy, aging, obsolescence, turnover, cycle counts.
• Ensure compliance with layout standards, best practices, and statutory requirements.
• Prepare CAPEX and OPEX budgets for warehouse ops and infra.
• Optimize layout and storage systems for space and efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the warehouse team.
• Ensure adherence to policies, quality, EHS, and audits.

Skills

Warehouse ops

Inventory mgmt

Leadership

Cross-functional

Analytical

SAP MM/WM/EWM

Warehouse automation

Lean/Kaizen/5S

Budgeting

EHS compliance

FIFO/FEFO

Barcoding/RFID

Tools

WMS solutions

AMR/AGV

Barcode/RFID systems

Job description

Role & responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end warehouse and stores operations, including receipt, storage, preservation, and issuance of materials in line with production requirements.
• Ensure effective inventory management through SAP by maintaining accurate stock records and optimal inventory levels.
• Coordinate with procurement, planning, quality, and production teams to ensure uninterrupted material availability.
• Manage incoming material receipt, inspection coordination, and timely availability of materials for production.
• Oversee storage and handling of electronic and mechanical components while ensuring compliance with storage standards and safety protocols.
• Implement and monitor FIFO/FEFO practices, shelf-life management, traceability systems, and inventory control procedures.
• Drive warehouse process improvements, automation, and digitalization initiatives to improve operational efficiency and reduce material handling losses.
• Monitor warehouse KPIs such as inventory accuracy, stock ageing, obsolescence, inventory turnover, and cycle count performance.
• Ensure compliance with warehouse layout standards, industrial best practices, and statutory requirements.
• Prepare and manage CAPEX and OPEX budgets related to warehouse operations and infrastructure improvements.
• Optimize warehouse layout and storage systems to maximize space utilization and operational efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the warehouse team to achieve operational excellence and business objectives.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, quality standards, EHS guidelines, and audit requirements.

Preferred candidate profile

• 10-15 years of experience in warehouse/stores operations within a manufacturing environment, preferably in Electronics, EMS, Automotive, or Industrial Manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with SAP (MM/WM/EWM modules preferred).
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, material handling, and storage systems.
• Expertise in warehouse automation, AMR/AGV, digitalization, barcode/RFID systems, and WMS solutions.
• Hand on Experience in Chemicals - Flammable / Non-Flammable, Hazardous / DG Chemicals.
• Good understanding of electronic and mechanical material storage requirements.
• Strong knowledge of FIFO, FEFO, shelf-life management, and material traceability.
• Experience in warehouse layout planning, industrial warehouse standards, and space optimization.
• Sound understanding of CAPEX, OPEX, budgeting, and cost optimization.
• Experience in implementing Lean, Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders.