We are seeking an enthusiastic Japanese Speaking Warehouse Manager who is responsible for the successful stock management from trucks to the warehouse. The Warehouse Manager will ensure timely and accurate company of stock, inventroy control, warehouse activities and team management. The position requires a valid LF forklift licence.
**Purpose of the role**:
New role designed to ensure smooth operations internally and externally.
**Responsibilities****:
- Strategically manage warehouse in compliance with company's policies and vision
- Oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance operations
- Setup layout and ensure efficient space utilization
- Initiate, coordinate and enforce optimal operational policies and procedures
- Adhere to all warehousing, handling and shipping legislation requirements
- Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene and security
- Manage stock control and reconcile with data storage system
- Prepare annual budget
- Liaise with clients, suppliers and transport companies
- Plan work rotas, assign tasks appropriately and appraise results
- Recruit, select, orient, coach and motivate employees
- Produce reports and statistics regularly (IN/OUT status report, dead stock report etc)
- Receive feedback and monitor the quality of services provided
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**Requirements and skills**:
- Proven work experience as a Warehouse Manager or similar
- Expertise in warehouse management procedures and best practices
- Proven ability to implement process improvement initiatives
- Hands on experience with warehouse management software and databases
- Leadership skills and ability manage staff
- Strong decision making and problem solving skills
- Excellent communication skills
- BS degree in logistics, supply chain management or business administration
- Valid LF forklift licence
- Japanese language skill