Operations Manager
Operations Manager
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What You Can Expect:
1. Operations & Service Delivery
- Oversee end-to-end warehouse operations including inbound receiving, storage, kitting, material transfer, accessories handling, finished goods shipment, consolidation, and inventory control.
- Ensure all inbound and outbound activities comply with approved SOPs, operational standards, and defined service timelines.
- Maintain strict adherence to FIFO, MSD storage requirements, serial number tracking, quarantine handling, and expiry date controls.
- Coordinate closely with customer Supply Chain, Material Planners, Production, and Shipping teams to support operational requirements and delivery schedules.
- Ensure smooth daily operations with high productivity, service reliability, and operational discipline.
2. Performance, KPI Governance & Workforce Performance
- Own and manage operational KPIs covering service delivery, productivity, accuracy, reporting timelines, billing accuracy, and operational efficiency.
- Establish and drive manpower and resource KPIs aligned with operational targets, workforce productivity, and labour utilisation.
- Monitor operational performance trends, investigate gaps, and implement corrective and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Lead root cause analysis for operational issues, service failures, inventory discrepancies, and audit findings.
- Oversee employee performance management including goal setting, performance appraisals, coaching, and performance improvement planning.
- Conduct structured performance reviews and drive a performance-focused culture across warehouse teams and leadership.
3. Inventory Control & Compliance
- Ensure cycle count execution aligns with inventory classification policies and operational standards.
- Approve investigations and corrective actions for inventory discrepancies within agreed timelines.
- Ensure no stock adjustment is performed without authorised customer approval.
- Ensure accurate monthly inventory and movement reporting within defined reporting schedules.
- Maintain strong operational governance and compliance with internal controls.
4. Operational Excellence (OPEX), Lean & Continuous Improvement
- Drive Operational Excellence (OPEX) initiatives across warehouse operations to improve service performance, efficiency, and operational discipline.
- Implement and sustain Lean, Kaizen, and 5S practices to improve workflow, reduce waste, and maintain organised and safe work environments.
- Continuously review operational processes, SOPs, control points, and workflows to identify improvement opportunities.
- Lead structured problem-solving and root cause analysis to address operational gaps, service failures, and productivity challenges.
- Standardise processes and establish best practices to ensure consistency across operations and warehouse sites.
- Promote a continuous improvement culture through employee involvement, coaching, and performance-driven initiatives.
- Monitor operational performance trends and implement improvement actions aligned with KPI targets and business objectives.
- Drive operational efficiency through process optimisation, layout improvement, and workflow redesign.
5. Technology, Systems & Continuous Improvement
- Ensure proper use and integrity of WMS and SAP transactions including MIGO, PGI, and GR processes.
- Work with IT teams to enhance WMS/TMS systems and improve operational workflows.
- Introduce technology, automation, and process improvements to increase warehouse efficiency and scalability.
- Evaluate technical solutions while assessing operational risks and business impact.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce operational costs.
6. Project Implementation & Solution Design
- Lead project implementation for new customer onboarding and operational expansions.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and without service disruption.
- Analyse customer data and operational requirements to support solution modelling and operational design.
- Support RFQ reviews, operational costing inputs, and solution feasibility assessments.
- Ensure operational readiness during implementation phases.
7. Customer & Stakeholder Management
- Act as the primary operational escalation point for customers on service, operational, and compliance matters.
- Build strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
- Support operational reviews, customer audits, management meetings, and business discussions.
- Deliver strong customer service through proactive operational management.
8. Leadership, People Development & Culture
- Lead, coach, and develop Warehouse Managers, Supervisors, and operational teams.
- Build a strong performance-driven and accountable team culture.
- Develop leadership capabilities within operational teams.
- Ensure adequate manpower planning, resource allocation, and operational readiness.
- Promote collaboration, operational discipline, and continuous learning.
9. Procurement & Cost Control
- Manage procurement of operational consumables with cost control and compliance.
- Monitor operational spending and improve cost efficiency.
- Ensure procurement processes meet company governance standards.
- Optimise asset utilisation including warehouse space, manpower, and material handling equipment.
10. Security, Health, Safety & Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, FMA, Customs (LMW), Security Act requirements, and company HSE standards.
- Maintain safe warehouse operations and promote a strong safety culture.
- Ensure risk assessments, safety training, and emergency preparedness are conducted regularly.
- Maintain 24/7 security controls including CCTV monitoring, visitor and vehicle management, and incident reporting.
- Ensure document retention and operational compliance meet audit and regulatory standards.
What You Bring:
Key Requirements
- Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field.
- 8-10 years of warehouse/logistics experience, preferably in 3PL, contract logistics, manufacturing support, or bonded/LMW environments.
- Strong knowledge of WMS, SAP (MIGO, PGI, GR), inventory control, kitting operations, and warehouse performance management.
- Proven experience managing operational KPIs, manpower productivity, performance appraisals, and workforce planning.
- Strong project management and operational implementation experience.
- Experience managing customer relationships, audits, and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
Application managed by Rhenus Logistics