Warehouse Manager

Ablecold Logistics; Pune District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Ablecold Logistics is seeking a Warehouse Manager for its cold chain operations in Pune. This role involves overseeing the management of cold storage warehouse operations, ensuring compliance with safety, hygiene, and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of experience in warehouse operations, particularly in cold chain logistics, and possess strong leadership and problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include managing daily operations, leading staff, and liaising with clients for operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in warehouse operations, preferably in cold chain or temperature-controlled logistics.
• Experience managing teams and multi-shift operations.
• Understanding of cold storage operations and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the cold storage warehouse.
• Ensure adherence to food safety and quality standards.
• Lead, train, and manage warehouse staff and contract labour.

Skills

Warehouse operations management

Cold chain logistics

Inventory control

People management

ERP/WMS experience

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Role Overview

As a Warehouse Manager Cold Chain Operations, you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of cold storage warehouse operations in Pune. You will ensure safe, efficient, and compliant storage and movement of temperature-controlled products while maintaining the highest service standards for our clients.
This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong operational control, people management skills, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the cold storage warehouse, including inbound, storage, picking, and dispatch.
• Ensure strict adherence to temperature control, hygiene, food safety, and quality standards.
• Monitor and optimize warehouse capacity utilization, space planning, and inventory accuracy.
• Lead, train, and manage warehouse staff, supervisors, and contract labour.
• Coordinate with inter-city logistics, transport partners, and clients for smooth movement of goods.
• Implement SOPs and process improvements to enhance efficiency, safety, and turnaround times.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, safety, and regulatory requirements (FSSAI, audits, etc.).
• Track key operational KPIs such as OTIF, shrinkage, damage, and cost efficiency.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients on warehouse-related operations and service issues.
• Leverage AbleColds technology platform to ensure visibility, reporting, and operational control.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5-8 years of experience in warehouse operations, preferably in cold chain, FMCG, food, dairy, pharma, or temperature-controlled logistics.
• High sense of ownership. Willing to roll up own sleeves to get the work done.
• Should have experience of operating erp/wms.
• Ability to handle clients or customers directly.
• Strong understanding of cold storage operations, temperature management, and inventory control.
• Proven experience in managing teams and handling multi-shift operations.
• Strong problem-solving, planning, and execution skills.
• Comfortable with data, reports, and operational metrics.