Warehouse Supervisor

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This is a project-based opportunity for Freelancers/Independent Consultants.

Our client, a global leader in energy management and automation, is hiring a Consultant – Warehouse Supervisor to oversee warehouse operations, inventory accuracy, logistics coordination, and continuous process improvement while ensuring seamless material flow to manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Warehouse Operations Management:

• Ensure efficient material handling and timely availability at the plant
• Maintain smooth inbound and outbound logistics operations
• Drive elimination of waste and operational inefficiencies

2. Inventory Accuracy & Control:

• Ensure high levels of physical vs. system stock accuracy
• Execute daily cycle counts and periodic audits
• Perform ABC/FMR analysis quarterly and annual age analysis
• Identify and dispose of non-moving/obsolete inventory
• Maintain optimal safety stock levels (SFG & FG)

3. SPS Implementation & Warehouse Excellence:

• Implement KANBAN system and train internal & contract workforce
• Ensure adherence to FIFO principles
• Improve warehouse standards using 5S and safety practices
• Monitor water spider activities and material flow efficiency
• Conduct regular audits and implement corrective actions

4. Customer Order Management:

• Ensure on-time material delivery (OTDM)
• Coordinate closely with production and dispatch teams
• Improve order fulfillment cycle efficiency

5. Budgeting & Cost Control:

• Prepare and manage budget for:
• Local transportation
• Packing materials
• International logistics (air/sea)
• Monitor costs against budget and drive optimization

6. Freight & C&F Agent Management:

• Identify and onboard cost-effective transporters/C&F agents
• Optimize logistics through shipment consolidation and mode selection
• Balance cost and service quality

7. Subcontractor Management:

• Plan and ensure weekly RM supply to subcontractors
• Conduct monthly audits for stock accuracy and compliance
• Review subcontractor quality & delivery performance
• Validate stock reconciliation reports
• Drive performance improvements

8. Leadership & Team Management:

• Train, mentor, and develop warehouse & subcontracting teams
• Set clear performance expectations
• Drive continuous improvement culture
• Participate in cross-functional reviews and problem-solving

NOTE:

Location - Gagillapur, Hyderabad

Mode - Onsite, 6-day working; working in rotational shifts is mandatory

Duration- 12 months

Capacity- Full Time

Skills Required

• B.E or B.Tech or Diploma in Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering
• 5 years in warehouse/logistics management
• Experience in the engineering or automobile industry
• Handling large SKU volumes/references
• (Preferred) Certification in Supply Chain / Materials Management
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations
• Deep understanding ofend-to-end supply chain processes
• SAP (mandatory)
• MS Office (Excel proficiency expected)
• Inventory management & logistics planning