Warehouse Manager / Stock Controller
Job summary
The Warehouse Manager / Stock Controller will oversee all day-to-day warehouse operations, including inventory control, receiving, and dispatching. The role requires managing stock integrity, optimizing storage space, and leading the warehouse team to ensure efficient and cost-effective logistics flows.
Min. qualification
Diploma
Experience level
Entry level
Experience length
2 years
Language
English
Working hours
Full Time - 8 to 5
Applicant location
Nairobi, Kenya
Job description & requirements
Key Responsibilities
Inventory & Stock Control
- Develop and maintain robust stock control systems to ensure accurate inventory levels and proper documentation.
- Implement inventory optimization techniques (e.g., ABC analysis) to prevent stockouts and overstocking.
- Conduct regular cycle counts, physical reconciliations, and routine audits to eliminate discrepancies.
- Track and report on slow-moving, damaged, or obsolete inventory.
Warehouse Operations & Logistics
- Manage all inbound, put-away, picking, packing, and dispatch operations.
- Ensure warehouse layout and product storage are optimized for efficient space utilization and fast retrieval.
- Coordinate incoming and outgoing shipments, liaising with transport providers and suppliers to minimize costs and ensure timely delivery.
- Update and maintain Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and stock registers on a daily basis.
Team Leadership & Safety
- Supervise, train, and motivate warehouse staff to achieve operational targets and productivity goals.
- Enforce strict health, safety, and security protocols across the facility.
- Maintain a clean, organized work environment.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of proven experience in warehouse management, logistics, or inventory control.
- Education: Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Purchasing and Supply, or a closely related field.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and MS Office Suite.
- Soft Skills: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to solve problems quickly in a fast-paced environment.
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