Warehouse Manager

Warehouse Manager

Warehouse Manager

We’re looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Warehouse Manager to join our Team.

OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION:

 This position is concerned with the efficient operations of the Warehouse as they relate to, timely receipt and delivery of material and equipment and the development of an operational manual for the Warehouse.  The position is key in the support of the operational functions especially as they relate to profitability and employee productivity.

Main Duties:

• Maintains receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures.
• Safeguards warehouse operations and contents by establishing and monitoring security procedures and protocols.
• Controls inventory levels by conducting physical counts, reconciling with data storage system.
• Maintains physical condition of the warehouse by planning and implementing new design layouts; inspecting equipment; issuing work orders for repair and requisitions for replacement.
• Achieves financial objectives by preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
• Completes warehouse operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees, following up on work results.
• Maintains warehouse staff by orienting, and training employees.
• Maintains warehouse staff job results by coaching, counselling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Performs any other related duties assigned for the effective functioning of the Purchasing Department.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Diploma in Business Administration or closely related field.
• Five (5) years’ experience working in a large warehouse or any suitable combination of related experience and education.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Excellent safety management skills
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Working knowledge of inventory management
• Working knowledge of Public Health Regulations
• Emergency management skills
• Good dispute resolution and negotiation skills
• Good Knowledge of Jamaican Importation & Customs laws and processes
• Good knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft word, Excel and databases
• Certification in Forklift Operations would be an asset.

 Applications and a detailed resume should be sent via email no later than July 31, 2025. 

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.