- Location
- Chennai, TN,IN, IN
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Operations
- Seniority
- Lead
- Source
- Eightfold
Description
## What you’ll do:
Key Responsibilities
1\. Warehouse Operations Management
- Supervise day-to-day warehouse activities including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch.
- Ensure optimal space utilization and warehouse layout efficiency.
- Monitor productivity and coordinate manpower allocation.
- Implement and maintain warehouse SOPs.
2\. Inventory Control
- Maintain accurate inventory records using ERP/WMS systems.
- Conduct cycle counts, stock audits, and reconciliation.
- Minimize stock discrepancies, damages, and obsolescence.
- Ensure FIFO/FEFO practices are followed.
3\. Logistics & Transportation
- Manage complete import lifecycle from PO issuance to final delivery
- Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and CHA for seamless shipment execution
- Plan and track shipments (Air/Sea) ensuring adherence to timelines
- Plan and coordinate inbound and outbound shipments.
- Optimize transportation routes and costs.
- Ensure timely delivery of goods to customers or sites.
- Track shipment status and proactively handle delays
4\. Team Leadership
- Lead, train, and develop warehouse staff.
- Monitor team performance and ensure adherence to KPIs.
- Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
5\. Process Improvement
- Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements.
- Drive lean warehousing and cost-saving initiatives.
- Utilize data for decision-making and performance enhancement.
6\. Compliance & Safety
- Ensure adherence to safety standards, policies, and regulations.
- Conduct safety audits and training programs.
- Maintain proper documentation for regulatory compliance.
7\. Stakeholder Coordination
- Collaborate with procurement, planning, sales, and finance teams.
- Coordinate with vendors and service providers.
- Support audits and reporting requirements.
8\. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Inventory accuracy %
- On-time delivery rate
- Order fulfilment cycle time
- Warehouse productivity metrics
- Cost per shipment / logistics cost efficiency
- Safety compliance and incident rate
## Qualifications:
## Skills: