Assistant Warehouse Manager

Job Responsibilities

• Managing warehouse in compliance with company’s policies and vision
• Overseeing receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance operations
• Setting up layout and ensure efficient space utilization
• Initiate, coordinate and enforce optimal operational policies and procedures
• Manage stock control and reconcile with data storage system
• Liaise with internal departments, suppliers and transport companies
• Assign tasks appropriately and appraise results
• Produce reports and statistics regularly (IN/OUT status report, dead stock report etc)
• Receive feedback and monitor the quality of goods
• Train and manage a warehouse team to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach short- and long-term performance goals
• Review and prepare workflow, manning and space requirements, equipment layout, and action plans while ensuring productivity
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of the warehouse, including quality assurance, inventory control, space management, logistics, floor productivity and order shipments
• Schedule and oversee warehouse team to meet the demands of the fulfillment center, and manage the flow and quality of work to maximize efficiency and minimize overtime
• Inspect equipment, tools, and machinery regularly, and oversee general maintenance as needed
• Meet regularly with warehouse leads to review, analyze, and develop actionable plans for productivity and loss prevention
• Oversee and manage logistics utilized to transport products to customers and internal facilities, communicating with drivers and other departments to ensure efficient delivery of packages

Skills and Qualifications

• Diploma and above
• 3+ years experience in a warehouse lead role and managing employees
• Proficient knowledge of warehouse procedure and policy
• Excellent problem-solving skills and leadership qualities
• Ability to work with all levels of company staff
• Comfortable delivering frequent direct written and oral feedback

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (English a must)
• Proficiency with WMS and BC warehouse management systems
• Certified in supply chain, business management or logistics related field