Warehouse Planner

As a Warehouse Planner, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and effective operations of the warehouse. Your main objective will be to oversee and coordinate the planning and logistical aspects of warehouse operations, ensuring the timely receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods. With a keen eye for detail and strong analytical skills, the Warehouse Planner is responsible for optimizing the supply chain processes, improving workflow efficiencies, and reducing operational costs. You will work closely with other departments to align warehousing strategies with the company's goals, ensuring the seamless flow of goods from suppliers to customers. This role requires a proactive approach, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the capability to adapt to the ever-evolving demands of the supply chain industry.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze and optimize warehouse layouts for improved space utilization.
• Develop and implement efficient inventory management processes and systems.
• Coordinate with procurement to align stock levels with current demands.
• Monitor and adjust storage capacities to accommodate incoming shipments.
• Utilize software tools to forecast demand and plan inventory needs.
• Oversee scheduling of incoming and outgoing shipments to maximize efficiency.
• Collaborate with logistics teams to ensure timely distribution of materials.
• Identify improvement opportunities within warehouse operations and processes.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of warehouse facilities and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and warehouse policies.
• Liaise with suppliers and transport companies for coordinated logistics efforts.
• Train, mentor, and support warehouse staff to enhance team performance.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in a warehouse planning role.
• Proficiency in warehouse management software and inventory control systems.
• Strong analytical skills to forecast demand and plan resources efficiently.
• Excellent communication skills to work effectively with various departments.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team towards achieving operational goals.
• Knowledge of industrial safety regulations and practices in a warehouse environment.