An Assistant Warehouse Manager in the food industry supports daily storage and distribution operations, focusing heavily on inventory rotation and hygiene standards. Key responsibilities include managing stock rotation (FIFO/FEFO), ensuring food safety compliance, and supervising warehouse staff.
Core Responsibilities
Inventory Control: Monitor raw ingredients and finished goods, and run routine stock
Safety Standards: Enforce strict hygiene rules, pest control, and proper temperature or dry-storage conditions.
Stock Rotation: Ensure strict use of First-In, First-Out (FIFO) or First-Expired, First-Out (FEFO) methods to stop food waste.
Team Supervision: Train, schedule, and lead warehouse workers on daily tasks and safety rules.
Shipping and Receiving: Check inbound food deliveries for damage and count accuracy, and verify outgoing dispatches.
Cross-Department Work: Connect with the procurement, production, and quality assurance teams to keep material flowing smoothly.
Requirements and Skills
Experience: 6 years in warehouse or supply chain operations, ideally within food manufacturing, FMCG, or retail.
Knowledge: Strong grasp of inventory software (ERP/SAP) and food safety regulations (such as FSSAI or local health guidelines).
Soft Skills: Problem-solving, leadership, basic math, and clear communication.
Education: Bachelor