WAREHOUSE ASSISTANT MANAGER (KOTA KINABALU)

XIN HWA SUPPLY CHAIN SDN BHD; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

XIN HWA SUPPLY CHAIN SDN BHD is seeking an experienced Assistant Warehouse Manager in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. The role demands overseeing warehouse operations, supervising staff, and coordinating between warehouse and office to ensure smooth workflows.

You will handle stock takes, audits, shipments, and incident reporting, while maintaining safety standards and addressing customer inquiries promptly. Mandarin fluency is preferred for client communications.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Logistics or related field.
• Min 5 years in warehouse operations.
• Proficient in English, Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin.
• Computer literate with good knowledge of WMS and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly stock take and lead in customer audits, including necessary preparations.
• Monitor incoming and outgoing shipments, and address operational issues promptly.
• Plan and coordinate overtime arrangements when required.
• Ensure the warehouse, equipment, and storage areas are well-maintained and organized.
• Respond to customer inquiries to support smooth warehouse operations.
• Attend operational meetings with superiors and follow up on action items, including customer requests.
• Supervise warehouse staff and conduct daily briefings to ensure operational efficiency.
• Coordinate effectively between warehouse and office teams to ensure seamless operations.
• Report incidents and accidents to superiors, assist in investigations, and prepare reports with corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety and health standards in line with OSHA and customer requirements, and propose improvements to minimize risks.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mandarin language

English

Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Diploma in Logistics or related field

Tools

WMS

Microsoft Excel

Forklift operation

Job description

About the Role
Location: Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Industry: Supply Chain / Logistics / Warehouse Operations

Key Responsibilities

Perform monthly stock take and lead in customer audits, including necessary preparations.

Monitor incoming and outgoing shipments, and address operational issues promptly.

Plan and coordinate overtime arrangements when required.

Ensure the warehouse, equipment, and storage areas are well-maintained and organized.

Respond to customer inquiries to support smooth warehouse operations.

Attend operational meetings with superiors and follow up on action items, including customer requests.

Supervise warehouse staff and conduct daily briefings to ensure operational efficiency.

Coordinate effectively between warehouse and office teams to ensure seamless operations.

Report incidents and accidents to superiors, assist in investigations, and prepare reports with corrective and preventive actions.

Ensure compliance with safety and health standards in line with OSHA and customer requirements, and propose improvements to minimize risks.

Carry out any other duties assigned by management from time to time.

Requirements

Diploma in Logistics or a related field.

Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience in warehouse operations.

Strong sense of responsibility with the ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and delegate effectively.

Computer literate with good knowledge of WMS and Microsoft Excel.

Proficient in English, Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin language. We are seeking candidates proficient in Mandarin to effectively communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients.

Ability to operate a forklift and reach truck is an added advantage.

Candidates who can start immediately will have an added advantage.

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