Warehouse Supervisor Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Warehouse Supervisor, Nairobi, Kenya
 

Looking for a Warehouse Supervisor to manage our warehouse in Embakasi, Nairobi, who is able to follow standard operating procedures and work in a methodical and tidy manner.

Possessing a comprehensive understanding of material / stock management techniques and inventory control methods and procedures.

Should be able to work under minimum supervision.

Duties:

• Responsible for managing the warehouse operations and field related jobs.
• Establish and maintain designated work areas and arrange as needed; ensure orderly, clean and safe conditions at all times. Recommend layout changes to improve work flow.
• Receiving, moving, checking and storing incoming goods.
• Checking and inspecting goods received and ensuring they are well packed, labelled, of accurate quantity, and are the correct item as per the packing List.
• Packaging and labelling air freight and ocean freight cargo before they are dispatched.
• Making sure that all inventory processes are completed on the same day.
• Loading and unloading lorries, vans and other vehicles.
• Maintaining and servicing warehouse tool, machinery and Van. Recommend tools, equipment to improve productivity.
• Being able and certified to Operate a forklift is an added advantage.
• Welcoming and helping clients who visit the warehouse.
• Contacting transport companies and coordinating dispatch and delivery with them.
• Preparing deliveries and collections for the van / Truck drivers.
• Supervising the work of contracted support staff while on the field.
• Ensuring a clean and safe workhouse for staff to work in.
• Removing hazardous products and waste from the warehouse.
• Performing cycle stock counts and monthly stock take to ensure all items balance in the system, on paper and physically.
• Monitoring stock levels and replenishing stock. For the packing supplies
• Using Mechanical Handling Equipment i.e. fork lift trucks to move goods around.
• Accurately updating all data into computer and manual recording systems.
• Conduct surveys of household goods and pack outs
• Perform other duties as required by the nature of the position or as requested by supervisor.

Competencies:

• Holds a valid Kenyan Driving License.
• Experience and certificate in forklift and handling equipment is a plus
• Knowledge of logistics and warehouse management and related fields.
• Have excellent numeracy, literacy and organizational skills.
• Delivering excellent customer service to clients who visit the warehouse.
• Physically fit and able to lift and move heavy packages and objects.
• Ability to follow processes and procedure accurately.
• Can use a strapping and shrink wrapping machine.
• Should be computer literate, Experience of Excel, outlook, word and other specialist stock tracking software.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• A comprehensive understanding of safety procedures.
• Minimizing stock loss.
• Meeting tight and tricky deadlines.
• Knowledge of the removal industry, conducting pre-move surveys and pack out a plus
• Knowledge and experience in packing, wrapping and loading household goods

Personal:

• A good team player.
• Willing to work overtime at short notice.
• Able to work on weekends if required.
• Have a meticulous and efficient work ethic.
• Attention to detail.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Administrative duties
• Stock management
• Preparation and Delivery of orders
• Stock taking
• Shipping and receiving practices.

Education Experience

• Diploma in Stores Management / Materials Supplies or related logistics studies
• Minimum two years of relevant working experience with Sound understanding of logistics and warehouse management

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to the following address: kenya@mebs-global.com