Assistant Manager - DC_Supply Chain - DC Operations_DWC - Dubai.WH Common-Office.Home Box Supply Chain.UAE_DWC - Dubai_Home Box Supply Chain

Employee will be responsible for overseeing and managing company's overall supply chain and logistics strategy and operations in order to maximize the process efficiency and productivity. In addition, play a crucial role in developing and maintaining good relationships with vendors and distributors. You will be responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring our overall supply chain strategy in order to maximize efficiency and productivity.

Warehouse Operations & Inventory Management:

• Oversee daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient workflow and timely order fulfillment.
• Manage inventory levels, conduct regular stock checks, and minimize discrepancies.
• Implement and maintain warehouse organization to optimize space and accessibility.
• Monitor inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring accuracy and timely processing
• Lead independent project streams from design to value capture
• Plan and implement the overall supply chain strategy in line with the organization GOAL.
• Identify process bottlenecks, implement solutions for process improvements
• Work with internal and external stakeholders like IT, Operations, Finance, Planning, Projects team and vendors to determine and implement Supply Chain KPIs/Projects
• Perform Opex & Capex budgeting for the DC operations
• Conduct frequent audits to ensure process, guidelines and health, safety and environment standards compliance.

Responsibilities

Warehouse Operations & Inventory Management:

• Oversee daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient workflow and timely order fulfillment.
• Manage inventory levels, conduct regular stock checks, and minimize discrepancies.
• Implement and maintain warehouse organization to optimize space and accessibility.
• Monitor inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring accuracy and timely processing
• Lead independent project streams from design to value capture
• Plan and implement the overall supply chain strategy in line with the organization GOAL.
• Identify process bottlenecks, implement solutions for process improvements
• Work with internal and external stakeholders like IT, Operations, Finance, Planning, Projects team and vendors to determine and implement Supply Chain KPIs/Projects
• Perform Opex & Capex budgeting for the DC operations
• Conduct frequent audits to ensure process, guidelines and health, safety and environment standards compliance.

Team Leadership & Staffing:

• Supervise, train, and motivate warehouse staff to maintain high productivity.
• Assign tasks and monitor performance to ensure efficiency and adherence to company policies.
• Enforce health and safety regulations to maintain a secure work environment.

Logistics & Distribution:

• Coordinate deliveries and shipments to ensure timely and accurate order dispatch.
• Work closely with suppliers, vendors, and logistics teams to optimize transportation costs.
• Resolve any issues related to damaged goods, delays, or inventory shortages.

Compliance & Safety:

• Ensure compliance with workplace safety standards and company policies.
• Conduct routine inspections and implement necessary improvements in warehouse safety.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory, equipment maintenance, and staff schedules.

Data-Driven Decision Making

• Use warehouse management systems (WMS) and analytics tools to track performance.
• Generate reports on productivity, costs, and operational efficiency.
• Interpret data trends to make informed decisions on staffing, inventory, and logistics.

Performance Metrics & KPI Analysis

• Monitor key warehouse KPIs such as:
• Order fulfillment accuracy
• Picking and packing efficiency
• Warehouse capacity utilization
• Labor productivity and overtime costs

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 12 years in warehouse management, preferably in the furniture industry.
• Full-Time Graduate - Engineering
• Full-Time Post - Graduate – MBA from a reputed B School (Supply Chain/Logistics/Operations)
• Age – Between 35-40 years
• Excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication and team building skills
• Ability to Negotiate well
• Ability to think logically and creatively
• Strong decision-making skills and ability to thrive under pressure
• Must: MS Office, Advanced Excel, proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) like SAP, Oracle, or Manhattan Associates and inventory software.
• Familiarity with Business Intelligence (BI) tools such as Power BI or Tableau for visual analytics.
• Preferred: Power Query, Power BI, Python, & SAS