WAREHOUSE MANAGER

Job description

Department: Manufacturing / Supply Chain

About the Role

Umoyo is seeking a highly skilled and results-driven Warehouse Manager to lead and optimize our warehouse operations within a fast-paced manufacturing and food-processing environment.

This role is critical in ensuring efficient inventory management, uninterrupted production support, food safety compliance, and cost-effective logistics operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening our supply chain and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all warehouse operations including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch
• Ensure continuous availability of materials to support production and prevent downtime
• Manage inventory accuracy using WMS/ERP systems and enforce FIFO/FEFO principles
• Lead stock control processes including cycle counts, audits, and variance resolution
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and SHERQ standards
• Supervise, train, and manage warehouse staff to achieve performance targets
• Maintain a safe working environment and enforce safety procedures
• Monitor KPIs and prepare operational and inventory reports
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and cost optimization
• Coordinate closely with Production, Procurement, Quality Assurance, and Logistics teams

Minimum Requirements

• Full Grade 12 Certificate
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field (preferred)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in warehouse operations, preferably in manufacturing or food processing
• Proven experience in a supervisory or management role
• Strong knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and ERP systems
• Membership with the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent planning, organization, and multitasking abilities
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Added Advantages

• Experience in food and beverage manufacturing
• Knowledge of food safety standards and systems
• Professional certifications such as CSCP, CPIM, or CIPS

How to Apply

Interested applicants to send their updated CV, relevant qualifications and cover letter to jobsumoyo@gmail.com with the subject line: Warehouse Manager

Umoyo is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.