Assistant Warehouse Manager

Dentalkart

Kochi

On-site

INR 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading company in medical equipment manufacturing is looking for an experienced Assistant Manager for their warehouse in Kochi. The role involves overseeing inventory management, leading a team, and ensuring compliance with operational standards. Ideal candidates have a strong background in logistics and warehouse operations, along with effective leadership skills. Join us to contribute to operational excellence in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

3-5 years experience in warehouse/logistics operations preferred.
Strong working knowledge of WMS/ERP systems.
Proficient in English; knowledge of regional languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage day-to-day warehouse operations.
Lead and motivate a team of warehouse staff.
Prepare and share daily, weekly, and monthly reports on stock.

Skills

Inventory Management

Team Management

Data Analysis

Process Optimization

Education

Graduate in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, B.Tech (Mechanical), or equivalent field

Tools

WMS/ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

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Job Title: Assistant Manager – Warehouse

Department: Operations

No. of Positions: 1

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Assistant Manager – Warehouse to oversee and manage day-to-day warehouse operations, ensuring efficient inventory control, timely order fulfillment, and compliance with operational standards. The ideal candidate will be hands-on with warehouse systems, people management, and cross-functional coordination to support business objectives.

1. Inventory Management & Control

Ensure accurate inventory records through regular cycle counts and stock audits
Monitor and control stock movements including receipts, transfers, and dispatches
Investigate and resolve stock variances and discrepancies
Implement inventory best practices such as FIFO or FEFO based on product category
Supervise unloading, quality check, and inward processing of goods
Oversee order processing: picking, packing, labeling, and dispatch
Ensure timely shipments in coordination with transport and courier partners
Maintain TAT (Turnaround Time) for both inbound and outbound activities

3. Team Management

Lead and motivate a team of warehouse staff (pickers, packers, loaders, supervisors)
Allocate daily tasks and monitor workforce productivity
Ensure compliance with safety norms, hygiene, and SOP adherence
Conduct periodic training and performance evaluations

4. Process Optimization & Compliance

Enforce warehouse SOPs for inventory, safety, and quality assurance
Monitor and drive operational KPIs like order accuracy, lead time, and efficiency
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving measures
Utilize WMS/ERP systems effectively for order and stock management

5. Reporting & Stakeholder Coordination

Prepare and share daily, weekly, and monthly reports on stock, manpower, dispatches, etc.
Coordinate with internal teams (sales, procurement, finance, customer support)
Flag risks, operational bottlenecks, and suggest corrective measures to senior management
Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Inventory Planning & Control
Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination
Order Fulfillment & Dispatch Management
Data Analysis & MIS Reporting
Process Compliance & SOP Implementation

Required Qualifications:

Graduate in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, B.Tech (Mechanical), or equivalent field
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in warehouse/logistics operations (supervisory or managerial capacity preferred)
Strong working knowledge of WMS/ERP systems and MS Excel/Word
Ability to lead teams and manage warehouse functions independently
Proficient in English (mandatory); knowledge of regional languages is a plus

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