Warehouse Manager

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Strategically manage warehouse in compliance with company’s policies and vision
• Oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance operations
• Setup layout and ensure efficient space utilization
• Initiate, coordinate and enforce optimal operational policies and procedures
• Adhere to all warehousing, handling and shipping legislation requirements
• Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene and security
• Manage stock control and reconcile with data storage system
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and added value whilst key service levels are not affected
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and transport manager
• Plan work rotas, assign tasks appropriately and appraise results
• Recruit, select, orient, coach and motivate employees
• Produce reports and statistics regularly (IN/OUT status report, dead stock report etc)
• Receive feedback and monitor the quality of services provided

Requirements

· Prefer 2 years of supervisory experience, in retail and/or wholesale or any food business is preferred, entry level considered.

· Inventory management experience a plus. Expertise in warehouse management procedures and best practices

• Proven ability to implement process improvement initiatives
• Strong knowledge of warehousing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Hands on experience with warehouse management software and databases
• Leadership skills and ability manage staff
• Strong decision making and problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent IT skills particularly in Microsoft Office
• Fluency in Korean and Japanese would be desirable and a good level of English

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £25,000.00-£28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Warehouse Management: 2 years (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Walton-on-Thames (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Walton-on-Thames: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person