Warehouse/Distribution Manager at Andersen

Job Summary

Our client, an indigenous oil and gas servicing company involved in the provision of marine and logistics services is looking to hire a warehouse/distribution manager. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining and overseeing inventory and supplies by receiving, storing, and delivering items. In addition, ensuring the highest quality of the work and maximizing productivity of the warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Ensure annual and growth budget figures, and that the Warehouse department operates within the approved budget limit.
• Create a budget for stock required in the warehouse and the EOQ for each stock item.
• Plan and drive the day-to-day activities of the department.
• Ensure proper, accurate, timely and relevant store records are maintained.
• Vet and approve Store Requisition Orders (SROs) from Locations to enable store material issues. 
• Authorize Store requisitions for procurement actions for purchasing or requisitioning new or additional stock items.
• Review and ensure that store requisitions are within budgetary limitations and scope of authority.
• Develop warehousing and material distribution management practices in collaboration with other departments.
• Implement store and procurement initiatives that enhance cost reduction and efficiency in the delivery of purchased goods.
• Support in setting and planning how to achieve supplier accreditation and service level management.
• Maintain effective liaison with other departments to enhance proactive decisions that are necessary for forecasting, supply chain planning and management of the company.
• Ensure that the procurement department procures items that best meet the company’s needs and standards.
• Carry out suppliers and market surveys independently and participate in management marketing surveys periodically. 
• Package and transport regulatory awareness, compliance, and information communication.
• Ensure good store control procedures, policies, and planning practices. 
• Authorize Store Receipt Vouchers (SIV) in acknowledgement of suppliers’ delivery documents to support invoice processing for prompt payment. 
• Process staff delivery documents to support IOU retirement.
• Ensure that transparency, honesty, and accountability are embedded in your area of business.
• Coordinate all aspects of Health and Safety and Fire Safety in the area of responsibility.
• Ensure monthly stock valuation report.
• Hold weekly communication and review meetings with colleagues. 
• Perform other duties as assigned by the General Manager.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years in the industrial catering industry, hospitality industry or in a related role.
• HND/BSC In Social Science/Management/Engineering 
• Good Accounting skills and knowledge of Sage or any of the ERPs. 
• Good Communication, analytical, leadership and reporting skills. 
• Knowledge about budgeting and supply chain management. 
• Knowledge about distribution of goods and fleets management.

Benefits

• Gratuity & Pension 
• Leave Allowance 
• Comprehensive Health Insurance Cover & other mandatory employee benefits.