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Lead - Warehouse

Eaton
Fresher
Chennai, India
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Job Description

What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities

  • Warehouse Operations Management
  • Supervise day-to-day warehouse activities including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch.
  • Ensure optimal space utilization and warehouse layout efficiency.
  • Monitor productivity and coordinate manpower allocation.
  • Implement and maintain warehouse SOPs.
  • Inventory Control
  • Maintain accurate inventory records using ERP/WMS systems.
  • Conduct cycle counts, stock audits, and reconciliation.
  • Minimize stock discrepancies, damages, and obsolescence.
  • Ensure FIFO/FEFO practices are followed.
  • Logistics & Transportation
  • Manage complete import lifecycle from PO issuance to final delivery
  • Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and CHA for seamless shipment execution
  • Plan and track shipments (Air/Sea) ensuring adherence to timelines
  • Plan and coordinate inbound and outbound shipments.
  • Optimize transportation routes and costs.
  • Ensure timely delivery of goods to customers or sites.
  • Track shipment status and proactively handle delays
  • Team Leadership
  • Lead, train, and develop warehouse staff.
  • Monitor team performance and ensure adherence to KPIs.
  • Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Process Improvement
  • Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements.
  • Drive lean warehousing and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Utilize data for decision-making and performance enhancement.
  • Compliance & Safety
  • Ensure adherence to safety standards, policies, and regulations.
  • Conduct safety audits and training programs.
  • Maintain proper documentation for regulatory compliance.
  • Stakeholder Coordination
  • Collaborate with procurement, planning, sales, and finance teams.
  • Coordinate with vendors and service providers.
  • Support audits and reporting requirements.
  • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • Inventory accuracy %
  • On-time delivery rate
  • Order fulfilment cycle time
  • Warehouse productivity metrics
  • Cost per shipment / logistics cost efficiency
  • Safety compliance and incident rate

Qualifications


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More Info

Job Type:
Permanent Job
Industry:
Other
Function:
Warehouse Operations
Employment Type:
Full time

About Company

Job ID: 151531515

Last Updated: 24-07-2026 06:26:30 PM
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