The Deputy Lead Warehouse is responsible for supporting the Lead Warehouse in managing day-to-day warehouse operations within a food and beverage manufacturing environment. The role ensures accurate stock control, efficient goods movement, compliance with FIFO/FEFO principles, cleanliness (Gemba), and effective supervision of warehouse clerks to maintain high operational and food safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Lead Warehouse in daily warehouse operations.
Manage inventory for raw materials, packaging, and finished goods.
Ensure accurate goods receiving, storage, and dispatch.
Conduct regular stock takes and cycle counts; report variances.
Ensure FIFO / FEFO compliance during storage and dispatch.
Prevent expired, damaged, or obsolete stock in the warehouse.
Ensure warehouse Gemba is clean, organized, and compliant with 5S standards.
Supervise and allocate work to warehouse clerks.
Ensure proper documentation for goods in and out.
Enforce food safety, hygiene, and safety procedures.
Prepare basic warehouse and inventory reports.
Candidate Profile / Requirements
Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Stores, or related field.
Must have 5-7 years' warehouse experience in food & beverage manufacturing industry.
3+ year supervisory experience in warehouse operations.
Strong knowledge of inventory control, FIFO/FEFO, stock management and warehouse best practices.
Hands on experience with goods receiving, dispatch, and stock reconciliation.
Ability to manage and supervise warehouse staff.
Proficient in warehouse documentation and basic computer systems (ERP / Excel/ SAP).
Good understanding of food safety, hygiene standards and storage standards.
Organized, detail-oriented, and reliable.
Good communication and problem-solving skills.
High level of integrity and accountability.