Warehouse Supervisor (Finished Goods) Job Vacancy in Kenya – Vegetable Oil Extraction Plant

Position Title: Warehouse Supervisor (Finished Goods) – Vegetable Oil Extraction Plant

Industry: Manufacturing

Reports to: Logistics Superintendent

Location: Wote, Makueni

Our client in vegetable oil extraction, is seeking to recruit a Warehouse Supervisor.

Successful candidate will be responsible for Planning, organizing, supervising and participate in the operations and activities of the District Warehouse; train, assign, supervise and evaluate assigned staff

Main responsibilities and activities

  • Plan, organize, supervise and participate in daily warehouse operation and activities, including the receipt, documentation, storage, safety and distribution of equipment and supplies and maintenance of inventory.
  • Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned warehouse employees; assign workloads to warehouse workers.
  • Receive, unpack, pack, load, issue, store and deliver materials, textbooks, supplies or equipment; complete packing slips for shipments as assigned.
  • Route, schedule, pack and prepare orders for delivery; load vehicles; schedule and oversee deliveries and pick-ups.
  • Supervise the processing of requisitions and requests to invoice for reimbursements of warehouse codes; complete requisitions for needed materials to assure adequate stock levels.
  • Prepare and maintain a variety of records and logs and prepare reports as required; maintain inventory of items in the warehouse; file records as required; supervise the assembly of inventory printouts and catalogs as required.
  • Operate a computer to enter data, correct errors and control key screens as required.
  • Operate and demonstrate use of specialized warehouse equipment as necessary; assure proper and routine maintenance and servicing of warehouse vehicles and equipment
    Observe health and safety regulations; maintain warehouse in a clean, safe and orderly condition.
    Assist management in establishing warehouse standards and procedures; advise
    of budget-related needs; assist in the bid process for various supplies as required.
    Perform other duties as assigned.
    Maintain regular attendance.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Degree in logistics, supply chain management or Business Administration.
  • 3 years of experience in similar roles

Required Knowledge, Technical or Professional Skills

  • Warehousing and stock control methods and procedures.
  • Methods of receiving, inspecting and issuing materials.
  • Materials, equipment and supplies used in a school district.
  • Operation of a forklift and other assigned vehicle and equipment.
  • Warehouse operations, procedures, equipment and terminology.
  • Space utilization and inventory techniques.
  • Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
  • Health and safety regulations.
  • Record-keeping techniques.
  • Inventory methods and practices.
  • Principles and practices of training and providing work direction.
  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
  • Plan, organize, supervise and participate in the operations and activities of the Warehouse.
  • Train, supervise and evaluate personnel.
  • Utilize space efficiently and effectively.
  • Maintain inventory.
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Operate warehouse vehicles, machines and equipment.
  • Receive, issue, store and return warehouse stock and supplies.
  • Lift, move, sort and store objects.
  • Plan and schedule work.
  • Maintain accurate records of stock transac

Required personal capabilities

  • Analysis, Problem Solving, Results orientation, Teamwork, Positive attitude, Energy, Flexibility / lateral thinking.

How to Apply

Apply at Flexi Personnel ATS or recruit@flexi-personnel.com latest by 26th October 2022.

Indicate Warehouse Supervisor on the email subject for easier retrieval and placement.

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