Position: Warehouse Supervisor (Finished Goods)- Vegetable Oil Extraction Plant

Industry: Manufacturing

Reports to: Logistics Superintendent

Location: Wote - Makueni

Our client in vegetable oil extraction, is seeking to recruit a Warehouse Supervisor. Successfulcandidate will be responsible for Planning, organizing, supervising and participate in the operations and activities of the District Warehouse; train, assign, supervise and evaluate assigned staff

Main responsibilities and activities

• Plan, organize, supervise and participate in daily warehouse operation and activities, including the receipt, documentation, storage, safety and distribution of equipment and supplies and maintenance of inventory.
• Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned warehouse employees; assign workloads to warehouse workers.
• Receive, unpack, pack, load, issue, store and deliver materials, textbooks, supplies or equipment; complete packing slips for shipments as assigned.
• Route, schedule, pack and prepare orders for delivery; load vehicles; schedule and oversee deliveries and pick-ups.
• Supervise the processing of requisitions and requests to invoice for reimbursements of warehouse codes; complete requisitions for needed materials to assure adequate stock levels.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of records and logs and prepare reports as required; maintain inventory of items in the warehouse; file records as required; supervise the assembly of inventory printouts and catalogs as required.
• Operate a computer to enter data, correct errors and control key screens as required.
• Operate and demonstrate use of specialized warehouse equipment as necessary; assure proper and routine maintenance and servicing of warehouse vehicles and equipment
• Observe health and safety regulations; maintain warehouse in a clean, safe and orderly condition.
• Assist management in establishing warehouse standards and procedures; advise
• of budget-related needs; assist in the bid process for various supplies as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular attendance.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in logistics, supply chain management or Business Administration.
• 3 years of experience in similar roles

Required knowledge, Technical or Professional skills

• Warehousing and stock control methods and procedures.
• Methods of receiving, inspecting and issuing materials.
• Materials, equipment and supplies used in a school district.
• Operation of a forklift and other assigned vehicle and equipment.
• Warehouse operations, procedures, equipment and terminology.
• Space utilization and inventory techniques.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Inventory methods and practices.
• Principles and practices of training and providing work direction.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Plan, organize, supervise and participate in the operations and activities of the Warehouse.
• Train, supervise and evaluate personnel.
• Utilize space efficiently and effectively.
• Maintain inventory.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Operate warehouse vehicles, machines and equipment.
• Receive, issue, store and return warehouse stock and supplies.
• Lift, move, sort and store objects.
• Plan and schedule work.
• Maintain accurate records of stock transaction.

Required personal capabilities

Analysis, Problem Solving, Results orientation, Teamwork, Positive attitude, Energy, Flexibility / lateral thinking.

 NB: Flexi Personnel does not charge candidates for job placement