Warehouse Assistant Manager

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily warehouse operations to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and safety.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for all warehouse activities.
• Plan and schedule work to optimize resource utilization and meet operational demand.
• Implement effective warehouse layouts, barcoding systems, and IT tools to improve process flow.
• Monitor inbound and outbound logistics, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch.
• Manage 3PL activities and ensure service levels meet business needs.
• Ensure compliance with dangerous goods handling and storage regulations.
• Maintain full product traceability and compliance with aviation quality standards.
• Maintain accurate inventory through timely ERP updates, cycle counting, and stock takes.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, slow-moving or obsolete stock, and quarantined items.
• Ensure proper segregation and storage of parts, including shelf-life monitoring and expiry control.
• Analyze inventory trends and report on stock levels, turnover, and shortages.
• Manage scrap, quarantine, and obsolete inventory in accordance with company policy.
• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse staff to ensure competency and performance standards.
• Identify and implement training programs; monitor progress using a qualification matrix.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a safety

Qualification

• Certificate level or higher in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Minimum 3 years experience in logistics or warehousing operations.
• Proven experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Previous aviation industry experience (advantageous).
• Experience in 5S+1, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.
• Good understanding of airworthiness and aviation quality requirements.