Location: Bode Saadu , Kwara State
Job Summary
The Warehouse Manager will oversee all warehouse operations at the Bode Saadu mining site, ensuring accurate inventory management, efficient material handling, safety compliance, and seamless support to mining operations. The role involves supervising warehouse staff, optimizing storage and workflows, and delivering timely reports to site management to enhance operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead, mentor, and supervise all warehouse staff and supervisors at the Bode Saadu site.
- Conduct regular performance reviews, team briefings, and skills gap analyses.
- Perform site inspections to monitor warehouse operations, staff performance, and adherence to SOPs.
Inventory & Material Management
- Maintain accurate stock records for mining materials, spare parts, and consumables.
- Conduct monthly physical stock counts and unplanned spot checks.
- Implement FIFO (First-In, First-Out) and FEFO (First Expiry, First-Out) inventory principles.
- Monitor critical, slow-moving, or expiring stock and take corrective actions to prevent losses.
- Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies caused by damage, theft, or system errors.
Warehouse Operations & Process Optimization
- Develop, implement, and enforce site-specific SOPs for material handling, storage, and dispatch.
- Identify process bottlenecks and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Coordinate with mining operations, maintenance, and logistics teams to ensure timely supply of materials.
- Optimize warehouse layout, storage systems, and workflows to maximize operational efficiency.
Reporting & Analysis
- Review and analyze daily and weekly stock reports submitted by warehouse supervisors.
- Provide timely and actionable reports to Site Management on stock levels, operational issues, and material utilization.
- Deliver insights to improve inventory management and warehouse performance.
Compliance & Safety
- Ensure compliance with mining site safety regulations, environmental standards, and internal SOPs.
- Conduct periodic safety inspections and enforce corrective actions.
- Identify operational risks, including fire hazards, unsafe handling, and stacking issues, and implement preventive measures.
Team Development & Training
- Identify training needs and support professional development for warehouse staff.
- Foster a culture of accountability, discipline, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications & Experience
- B.Sc./M.Sc. in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
- 4–6 years of progressive warehouse or inventory management experience, preferably in mining, heavy equipment, or industrial operations.
- Proven experience in supervising teams and optimizing warehouse processes.
- Strong knowledge of warehouse management principles, inventory control, and safety standards.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and warehouse/ERP management systems.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Work Environment
This role is primarily based at the Bode Saadu mining site. The position requires managing warehouse operations in an industrial setting, including rugged terrain and exposure to heavy equipment and active mining operations. Occasional travel to other operational sites may be required.
Guiding Principles
- Kursi Group has zero tolerance for sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, human trafficking, child abuse, and exploitation.
- Kursi Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer regardless of background.
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