Job Purpose: Responsible for the smooth running of the Inbound warehouse operations by overseeing all the warehouse activities; ensuring targets are met, quality standards are upheld, and safety regulations are adhered to.
Daily Operations: Ensure daily targets for the inbound shift are met;Assume full control of the inbound facility, ensuring safety, security, hygiene, and compliance with quality and food safety standards;Implement efficient warehouse layout and organisation to optimise space utilisation;Ensure optimal planning and forecasting of resources and capacity to meet the day-to-day strategic objectives;Work with the supply and demand planner to address inbound issues in a timely and cost-effective manner;Ensure supplier deliveries are received, inspected, verified, processed on the system, and allocated accordingly;Monitor and maintain quality standards, ensuring products meet required specifications;Maintain a stock rotation on an inventory based on FEFO (First Expiry First Out) principle;Manage shelf life to ensure no short dated and/or expired material and/or products are received or picked;Ensure expired and reject stock are dealt with on a timely basis and according to necessary standards;Work with Quality control team to ensure products are on the acceptable industry standard;Manage the safe storage, exchanging and flow of RTT pallets;Address and resolve any issues or discrepancies that arise during the shift;Collaborate with other Shift Leaders to ensure seamless operation.Daily reporting: Prepare shift reports detailing any issues encountered, and resolutions;Ensure the full functioning and use of Shopware to capture and monitor operational activities.Manage Team Performance : Supervise and coordinate the activities of workers during the shift;Train new employees and provide ongoing training to existing staff;Manage team performance and conduct regular performance reviews;Develop, implement and ensure all SOPs are adhered to.Safety Protocol Ensure all machinery and equipment are in good working condition and report any malfunctions;Enforce safety regulations and ensure that all workers adhere to safety guidelines;Ensure proper maintain a clean and safe work environment, adhering to hygiene and safety protocols Educational Qualifications: Relevant qualification or diploma in supply chain or logisticsKnowledge and Experience: At least 5 years' work experience in a similar role in a factory/ warehouse setting.Experience in a food manufacturing industry.Minimum 2 years in a supervisory roleUnderstanding of warehouse operationsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, presentation Outlook).Key Competencies: Leadership skillsAbility to work under pressureOrganizational skillsStrong problem-solving skillsCommunication & interpersonal skills.Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities