Warehouse Supervisor (Project & Plant Operations)

LB ADVANCED MATERIAL ASIA SDN. BHD.; Gurun; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LB ADVANCED MATERIAL ASIA SDN. BHD. in Malaysia seeks an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to oversee project and plant material management across construction, commissioning and operations of our chemical plant.

The role focuses on material control, inventory accuracy, traceability and coordination with suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams. You will lead a team, enforce FIFO/FEFO, manage storage and handling of chemicals, and ensure compliance with EHS and 5S.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years in warehouse/material management in chemical or manufacturing settings.
• Experience supervising warehouse staff and coordinating with suppliers.
• Familiar with FIFO/FEFO, inventory cycle counts and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of MTC, material traceability and non-conforming materials.
• Ability to work in a project-based industrial environment with safety focus.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project material management, including receiving, inspection coordination and storage.
• Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, construction teams and QC.
• Maintain material traceability with MTC, heat numbers and certificates.
• Plan warehouse laydown, storage zoning, and handling of oversized materials.
• Ensure preservation of high-value and sensitive materials.
• Manage material issuance and surplus returns.
• Maintain inventory records and ERP reports.
• Ensure compliance with EHS, safe stacking and chemical storage.
• Supervise warehouse staff and provide training.

Skills

Warehouse management

Inventory control

Team leadership

ERP/SAP

Material traceability

Safety & EHS

Education

Diploma/Bachelor's in Logistics or related field

Tools

ERP/SAP systems

Forklift operations

Job description

Warehouse Supervisor (Project & Plant Operations)

We are seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to oversee warehouse and material management activities throughout the construction, commissioning and operational phases of our chemical manufacturing plant.

The successful candidate will be responsible for project material control, warehouse operations, inventory accuracy, material traceability, storage management and coordination with suppliers, subcontractors, construction teams and internal departments. This role requires strong warehouse management capabilities, particularly in handling industrial equipment, construction materials, chemicals and production-related inventory.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Warehouse & Material Management (Construction Phase)

Oversee the receiving, verification, inspection coordination, identification and storage of project materials, including equipment, instruments, valves, piping materials, steel structures, welding consumables, insulation materials, paints, gas cylinders, PPE and spare parts.

Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, construction teams, QC personnel and third-party inspectors on material inspections, acceptance and release procedures.

Ensure proper identification and segregation of materials pending inspection, approved materials and non-conforming materials. Prevent unauthorized issuance of materials before official release.

Maintain material traceability records, including Material Test Certificates (MTC), heat numbers, inspection certificates and supporting documentation, ensuring consistency between physical materials and records.

Plan and manage warehouse and laydown yard arrangements, including storage zoning, stacking methods, load-bearing limits, access routes and handling of oversized or long-length materials.

Ensure proper preservation and protection of high-value and sensitive materials, including instruments, electrical equipment and special alloy materials, against moisture, rust, dust and physical damage.

Control material issuance through approved material requisitions, monitor subcontractor material consumption, manage surplus material returns and track reusable materials.

Maintain proper inventory records and designated storage areas for construction materials, spare parts, materials pending inspection and non-conforming materials.

Monitor the storage conditions and expiry dates of construction-related chemicals and consumables, including paints, thinners, adhesives and grouting materials.

Prepare weekly project material reports covering material receipts, stock balances, material issuance, shortages, non-conforming materials and surplus inventory.

Support mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, commissioning and project handover activities, including final inventory reconciliation and transfer of materials to the permanent operational warehouse.

Ensure warehouse and laydown yard activities comply with project EHS requirements, including safe stacking, vehicle access, lifting areas, fire protection and proper gas cylinder segregation.

Conduct regular stocktakes and investigate material losses, damages, discrepancies and incorrect material issuance.

2. Warehouse Operations & Inventory Control (Operational Phase)

Supervise daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, material issuance, picking, packing and dispatching of raw materials, chemicals, packaging materials, spare parts and finished goods.

Ensure proper material identification, storage conditions, stock rotation and inventory control in accordance with company procedures.

Monitor inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts, physical stocktakes and reconciliation between physical stock and the ERP/inventory management system.

Implement FIFO/FEFO principles and maintain proper batch tracking, material identification and stock movement records.

Ensure timely material issuance to support production schedules and operational requirements.

Oversee the storage and handling of chemicals and hazardous materials in accordance with SDS requirements and applicable EHS regulations.

Maintain accurate warehouse documentation, including Goods Received Notes (GRN), material requisitions, stock transfers, delivery orders and inventory reports.

Coordinate with Production, Procurement, QA/QC and Logistics departments to ensure smooth material flow and timely deliveries.

3. Team Supervision & Warehouse Improvement

Supervise and allocate daily tasks to warehouse personnel, forklift operators and material handling staff.

Monitor team performance, attendance, productivity and compliance with warehouse procedures and safety requirements.

Provide guidance and training on warehouse operations, inventory control, material handling and workplace safety.

Maintain good housekeeping, 5S standards and a safe working environment.

Identify and implement improvements in warehouse layout, storage utilization, inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.

Job Requirements

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Warehouse Management, Engineering or a related field.

Minimum 3–5 years of relevant warehouse or material management experience, preferably in chemical, petrochemical, industrial or manufacturing environments.

At least 1–2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.

Experience in EPC projects, chemical plant construction, project warehouses or laydown yard management will be a strong advantage.

Familiar with industrial equipment, instrumentation, piping materials, construction materials and warehouse storage requirements.

Knowledge of Material Test Certificates (MTC), heat number traceability, QC inspection, material acceptance and release procedures.

Understanding of material preservation, surplus material returns, non-conforming material segregation and mechanical completion handover processes.

Familiar with inventory management, stock reconciliation, FIFO/FEFO and ERP/SAP systems.

Knowledge of chemical handling, hazardous material storage, warehouse safety, 5S and EHS requirements.

Good leadership, communication, coordination and problem-solving skills.

Able to coordinate effectively with suppliers, subcontractors, construction teams, QC personnel and internal departments.

Proactive, detail-oriented and able to work independently in a project-based industrial environment.

Preferred Skills

Experience in chemical plant or industrial EPC construction projects.

Familiarity with MTC documentation, material traceability and project material control.

Knowledge of equipment and instrument preservation requirements.

Forklift competency certification or experience in supervising forklift operations.