Warehouse Manager-Retail (Kolhapur)

Key Responsibilities:

• Warehouse Operations Management

• Oversee receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch of goods.
  
• Maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness, and organization.
  
• Ensure FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory practices are followed.
  

• Inventory Control

• Monitor stock levels and conduct regular cycle counts and audits.
  
• Minimize stock loss, damage, and obsolescence through effective inventory controls.
  
• Use WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) or ERP systems for real-time inventory updates.
  

• Team Management

• Supervise, train, and evaluate warehouse staff and labor teams.
  
• Schedule shifts, assign tasks, and ensure productivity targets are met.
  
• Promote a culture of accountability and safety within the team.
  

• Logistics & Coordination

• Coordinate with procurement, sales, and retail teams to align warehouse operations with business demand.
  
• Manage relationships with logistics providers and transport vendors.
  
• Track and optimize inbound and outbound deliveries.
  

• Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure all warehouse activities comply with company policies, safety regulations, and labor laws.
  
• Generate regular reports on stock status, order fulfillment, and operational KPIs.
  

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
  
• 5+ years of experience in warehouse management, preferably in retail or FMCG.
  
• Strong knowledge of inventory control, logistics, and distribution systems.
  
• Hands-on experience with WMS/ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
  
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.