Warehouse Manager - Manufacturing

IntelliPro; Johor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A steel manufacturing company in Johor is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to ensure the efficient management of materials from raw steel to finished products. The role involves overseeing day-to-day operations, implementing inventory best practices, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in warehouse management, preferably in heavy industry, and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in warehouse or logistics management, preferably in heavy industry or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control, and logistics processes.
• Solid leadership skills with experience managing a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day warehouse operations.
• Implement best practices in inventory management for accuracy.
• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics coordination.
• Develop and enforce safety standards.
• Optimize warehouse layout for heavy materials.
• Manage and coach warehouse staff.
• Monitor KPIs on stock levels and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with supply chain teams.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Warehouse operations management

Inventory control

Logistics coordination

Leadership

ERP/WMS familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to oversee and optimize warehouse operations in our steel manufacturing facility. This role is critical in ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective management of materials, from raw steel to finished products, while driving continuous improvements in inventory control, logistics, and workforce productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day warehouse operations, ensuring smooth handling of raw materials, semi-finished goods, and finished steel products.
• Implement best practices in inventory management to maintain accuracy, minimize losses, and support production requirements.
• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, including coordination with transporters, customers, and suppliers.
• Develop and enforce safety standards in line with manufacturing and warehouse compliance requirements.
• Optimize warehouse layout and storage systems for heavy and oversized steel materials.
• Manage and coach warehouse staff to achieve productivity, quality, and safety targets.
• Monitor KPIs and generate reports on stock levels, order fulfillment, and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, and supply chain teams to ensure seamless material flow.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance warehouse efficiency, reduce costs, and support lean manufacturing practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience (5+ years) in warehouse or logistics management, preferably within heavy industry or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control, and logistics processes.
• Familiarity with ERP/WMS systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Solid leadership skills with experience managing a diverse workforce.