Warehouse & Stores Manager at Fireside Engineering Group

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated professional to join Fireside Engineering Group as a Warehouse & Stores Manager in Nairobi, Kenya.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all warehouse operations including receiving, warehousing, distribution, and maintenance
• Lead, train, and supervise warehouse staff; plan and organize staff shifts and schedules
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure proper stock levels at all times
• Receive and inspect materials upon delivery, verify contents, and store in designated locations
• Conduct periodic comparisons of stock balances with physical quantities
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly warehouse reports; track and analyze warehouse performance metrics
• Advise management of obsolete and slow-moving stocks
• Manage and prepare decommissioning documentation and analysis
• Control access to stores; prevent unauthorized entry and coordinate store department operations
• Maintain accurate records of all receipt, issue, and balance transactions
• Issue and maintain records of available, issued, or needed personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and warehouse safety practices
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of goods
• Arrange for purchase and regulation of equipment; handle equipment-related correspondence and inquiries
• Assist in cost research and comparisons of various equipment
• Maintain excellent communication with procurement, logistics, production, and finance departments

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management
• 3-7 years of experience in a warehouse setting, including supervisory experience
• Thorough understanding of warehouse procedures and day-to-day operations
• Expertise in inventory management, store keeping, storage methods, and control techniques
• Strong understanding of workplace safety regulations, PPE requirements, and OSHA standards
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills