Officer - Warehouse & Stores

SMC Ltd.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

SMC Ltd. Bangalore is seeking an experienced Stores/Warehouse professional to oversee daily operations, optimize space, and ensure timely material handling in a manufacturing setting.

The role requires at least 5 years in stores/warehouse, proficiency in MS Excel and SAP ERP, and a forklift license. You will drive Kaizen improvements and coordinate with suppliers and logistics providers to maintain stock accuracy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of working experience in Stores/Warehouse department in manufacturing environment.
• Experience with SAP or ERP systems and MS Excel for reporting.
• Forklift license preferred.
• Knowledge of Kaizen/continuous improvement practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and participate in daily warehouse operations ensuring compliance with policies, safety guidelines, and quality.
• Develop sourcing strategies to meet operation needs.
• Design layouts, optimize space, and propose equipment modifications to improve productivity.
• Organize and secure all inventory storage using FIFO to ensure proper stock rotation.
• Manage receipt, identification, quality assurance, and dispersal of materials.
• Assist storekeepers with daily material handling, loading, assembly, and dispatch tasks.
• Conduct periodic inventory audits and monthly reconciliations to resolve stock differences.
• Implement Just-In-Time inventory planning to minimize stock levels.
• Monitor stock levels and initiate replenishment requests in a timely manner.
• Track imports and manage documentation for customs clearance and bonding.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Inventory control

MS Excel

Tools

MS Excel

SAP ERP

Job description

• Industries in which candidate has worked

Experience in medical devices or discreet manufacturing multinationals preferred

• Supervision of People

Yes

• Communication and Presentation Skills

Good

Position Scope & Purpose

Responsible for maintaining the Stores & Warehouse and to facilitate development and implementation of good stratergy to support Organisation growth plan.

Contacts

SMC Bangalore employees, vendors, customers and logistics service providers

Equipment Used

Computers; material handling equipment like trolleys; packaging equipment, weighing scale; etc,..

Forklift operations and related driving license would be an added advantage

Key Accountabilities/Essential Functions

• Oversee and actively participate in daily warehouse operations while ensuring strict compliance with company policies, vision, and safety guidelines.


• Devise and employ fruitful material sourcing strategies to meet operational requirements.


• Design layouts, optimize space utilization, and recommend tool/equipment modifications to enhance workflow productivity.


• Organize, maintain, and secure all inventory storage areas using FIFO (First-In, First-Out) practices to ensure proper stock rotation.


• Manage the receipt, identification, quality assurance, and dispersal of all materials entering or leaving the warehouse.


• Assist storekeepers directly with daily material handling, loading, assembly, and dispatch tasks.


• Conduct physical periodic inventory audits and participate in monthly reconciliations to resolve stock differences.


• Execute Just-In-Time (JIT) inventory planning to maintain minimal stock levels and optimize inventory turnover.


• Monitor stock levels and initiate stock replenishment requests in a timely manner.


• Track import consignments and manage documentation processes for customs clearance, unloading, accounting, and bonding.


• Work closely with suppliers and logistics service providers to ensure materials arrive on time to support JIT schedules.


• Liaise with internal staff to anticipate schedule changes and make necessary delivery adjustments.


• Execute daily store transactions and generate operational reports using SAP software.


• Prepare, review, and ensure the thoroughness and completeness of all warehouse and shipping documentation.


• Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation to ensure full audit readiness at all times.


• Work closely with Finance on vendor bill payments and support audit functions regarding warehouse documentation.


• Prepare and submit monthly MIS statements pertaining to inventory declarations and stock valuations.


• Motivate, organize, and encourage teamwork within the workforce to achieve productivity targets and high customer satisfaction.


• Brief warehouse staff on daily material handling, loading, and assembly details to ensure on-time delivery.


• Measure, analyze, and report on warehousing activity effectiveness, functional metrics, and employee performance.


• Lead and undertake Kaizen continuous improvement projects to establish world-class warehouse practices.


• Analyze operational data to track key metrics, reduce expenses, anticipate unfavorable events, and implement control strategies.


• Enforce all company rules, safety protocols, statutory compliance, and operational regulations across all shifts.


• Safely operate equipment including computers, material handling trolleys, packaging equipment, weighing scales, and forklifts.

Other Position Duties

• Good documentation skills to maintain the relevant documents up to date for audits.


• Forklift Operation as and when required.

Technical/Functional Skill Sets

• Having valid License to operate forklift for movement of the Heavy items will be preferred.


• Minimum 5 years of working experience in Stores/Warehouse department in manufacturing environment and related field.


• MS Excel, ERP software (preferably SAP) operations and report generation would be added advantage.

Personal Qualities/Characteristics required for the position

• Hard Working & keen on taking additional duty and punctual, can work in shifts and completes the given targets in time which help others depts to function smoothly.