Warehouse & Logistics Manager

Gandang Kalikasan, Inc.; Laguna; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Gandang Kalikasan, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse & Logistics Manager to direct warehousing and transport operations across three sites: an e-commerce warehouse in Quezon City and two plants in Laguna.

You will manage a team of about 150 staff, ensuring productivity, process optimization, and meeting targets while safeguarding work-life balance. Responsibilities include overseeing a diverse range of goods, leading continuous improvement, and coordinating with 3PL providers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of managerial experience in warehousing within FMCG or similar industries.
• Experience handling both bulk warehousing and high-volume small orders (e-commerce).
• Experience in industries with sensitive supply chains is a plus.
• Proven track record of improving warehouse and distribution operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement for all warehousing processes.
• Oversee receiving, storing, and releasing of goods with proper documentation and quality standards.
• Drive service level in order fulfillment for regular and bulk orders.
• Maintain inventory control with regular physical counts and data reconciliation.
• Manage space utilization, safety, health, and security standards.
• Plan and provide strategic and operational recommendations to management.

Skills

Warehousing management

Distribution management

Leadership

People management

Strategic planning

Analytical skills

Communication (English & Filipino)

Conflict resolution

Team coaching

Detail oriented

Tools

ERP/WMS systems

Inventory control software

Job description

We are seeking a Warehouse & Logistics Manager to effectively direct, manage, and oversee efficient warehousing and transport operations across our three key sites: the e-commerce warehouse in Quezon City, and 2 Plant in Laguna. The role will also include overseeing the company’s overall distribution network. You will be responsible for managing a team of approximately 150 staff for those 3 sites, ensuring that productivity, process optimization, and operational targets are consistently met while safeguarding the work-life balance of our employees.

The role involves handling a diverse range of goods, raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods ranging from small e-commerce orders to large bulk shipments to national accounts. Additionally, you will manage the logistics team, which is responsible for our in-house fleet and coordination with third-party logistics (3PL) providers.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Lead in continuous improvement for all WH processes

• Efficient receiving, storing, and releasing of goods; properly documented and following agreed quality standards

• Push service level in order fulfillment for both regular orders and bulk orders

• Ensure accurate and updated inventory control through regular physical counts and reconciliation with the data system

• Adhere to efficient space utilization and layout

• Maintain standards of safety, health, and security

f. Protect the work-life balance of our team

2. Stay on top of the fleet management and distribution for all sales channels while protecting the work-life balance of our team.

3. Negotiate terms with suppliers, especially for 3PL

4. Coach and direct team members towards excellence with a heart that seeks to build them up, consistent with our 5 company values

5. Work to deliver optimum service level to both internal and external customers

6. Plan ahead to provide both strategic and operational recommendations to management to further the company’s vision and mission, and achieve its business goals

Qualifications:

• Minimum 7 years of managerial experience in warehousing within the FMCG or similar industries, overseeing at least 75 personnel, with a solid background in distribution management.

• Proven experience in handling both bulk customer warehousing and high-volume small orders (e-commerce) distribution.

• Experience in personal care, food, pharma, or other industries with sensitive supply chains is a plus.

• Track record of enhancing warehouse and distribution operations, with the ability to explain and demonstrate the improvements made.

• Strong faith-driven leadership, living out personal values with integrity, and demonstrating compassion for others in the workplace.

• Ability to manage conflict maturely, with strong problem-solving skills and a focus on team harmony.

• Strong coaching and mentoring abilities, seeing yourself as a guide to help others grow professionally.

• Hands-on, operationally focused with keen attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

• Excellent at strategic planning, preparing for peak periods, and anticipating future needs for growth and expansion.

• Strong analytical skills to identify issues and drive improvements and efficiencies across operations.

• Leadership capability to direct and motivate teams towards achieving collective goals.

• Skilled in people management, both vertically and horizontally, ensuring alignment and performance across levels.

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills in both English and Filipino.

• Preferably based in the South, with the ability to work 3-4 times a week at the southern sites and 1-2 times a week in Quezon City.