Warehouse & Purchasing Manager
For one of our clients in Aruba’s Food and Beverage industry, we’re looking for a Warehouse & Purchasing Manager. This position requires a strong leader with experience in warehouse operations, inventory management, and purchasing. The ideal candidate will be skilled in team management, problem-solving, negotiation, and organization.
Responsibilities Include
Leadership and Team Management:
- Supervises and trains warehouse staff and drivers, ensuring they meet goals efficiently.
- Develops and implements plans to improve productivity and minimize losses.
- Recruits, hires, and trains new team members.
- Schedules staff and assigns tasks to optimize workflow.
- Monitors team performance and provides feedback for improvement.
Warehouse Operations:
- Oversee daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, picking, packaging, and shipping products.
- Develop and implement warehouse systems for product handling, storage, and inventory management.
- Ensure a safe and healthy work environment by enforcing safety protocols and regulations.
- Maintain the physical condition of the warehouse through layout planning.
- Schedule deliveries and ensure orders are fulfilled on time.
- Manage logistics for product movement within the company.
Inventory Management and Purchasing:
- Implement strategies to reduce costs, minimize waste, and improve inventory quality.
- Manage inventory levels by conducting physical counts and maintaining accurate records.
- Develop purchasing strategies and source the best supplies at competitive prices.
- Negotiate contracts and build strong relationships with vendors.
- Ensure all purchased items meet quality standards.
- Oversee purchasing systems for smooth operation.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Coordinate maintenance and cleaning activities within the warehouse.
- Ensure smooth delivery and production processes.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s working and thinking level required and a minimum of 3 years of demonstrable experience in a supervisory/leadership position. A bachelor’s degree is a plus.
- Possess in-depth knowledge of inventory and supply chain management.
- Display proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software.
- Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Showcase strong negotiation capabilities.
- Possess exceptional planning and organizational aptitude.
- Be self-driven and capable of working autonomously.
- Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English and knowledgeable in Spanish, Dutch, and Papiamento.
Are you a natural leader with a passion for operational excellence? Apply now!
For more information regarding the position, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].
Job Category: Management
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Aruba