Manager-Store & Warehouse

Role & responsibilities

• Set up and manage end-to-end warehouse operations including GRN, put-away, storage, picking, and dispatch readiness
• Develop appropriate inventory and replenishment strategies for components with long lead times and high supply risk.
• Ensure adherence to FIFO / FEFO principles for inventory management
• Design and optimize warehouse layout, storage systems (racks, bins), and material flow
• Implement efficient line feeding systems (Kanban, supermarket concept) ensuring zero-line disruption
• Ensure timely and accurate line-side material availability
• Maintain >99% inventory accuracy through cycle counting and physical verification processes
• Drive robust stock control, reconciliation, and system accuracy in SAP
• Manage finished goods storage and readiness for dispatch in coordination with outbound logistics
• Implement and sustain 5S, safety, and visual management systems in stores and warehouse
• Handle rejected, rework, and quarantine materials with proper tracking and segregation
• Improve warehouse space utilization and handling efficiency
• Monitor and reduce material handling errors, damages, and losses
• Lead digitization and system usage including SAP (WM/MM) and WMS tools
• Coordinate closely with Inbound, Planning, Production, and Outbound teams
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen) for productivity and efficiency
• Lead and develop warehouse team ensuring discipline, safety, and performance

Preferred candidate profile

• 8-12 years of experience in warehouse / stores management in automotive or manufacturing industry
• Minimum 35 years of experience in team handling role
• Experience in multinational automotive companies
• Strong hands-on experience in warehouse operations, line feeding systems, and inventory control
• Exposure to lean warehousing practices (Kanban, supermarket, 5S)
• Experience in warehouse layout planning and storage optimization preferred
• Working knowledge of SAP (MM / WM modules) is mandatory

Educational Qualification

• Bachelors degree in engineering (Mechanical / Industrial / Production preferred)
• Diploma with relevant experience may be considered (for strong operations background)
• MBA / PGDM in Operations / Logistics (preferred)