JOB TITLE: Warehouse Supervisor
JOB LOCATION: Kaduna
JOB DETAILS:
- A start-up foundation seed company is commencing operations in Kaduna, Nigeria with the production of foundation seed for hybrid maize production for seed companies in West Africa and is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor.
- The vision of the company is to be recognized as West Africa’s most reliable source of high-quality foundation seeds.
- The Warehouse Supervisor will be responsible for managing the warehousing, goods-in and goods-out operations of the company’s warehouse as well as assuring health, safety, environment and quality (HSEQ) compliance and inventory protection with respect to the warehouse.
- The Warehouse Supervisor will report to the Supply Chain and Operations Manager
Duties and Responsibilities
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- Control the storage and movement of all seed; raw, processed and treated, according to company warehouse guidelines and protocols.
- Ensure all inventory movement is fully documented according to company policies and systems.
- Ensure customer orders are fulfilled and dispatched in a timely manner and are accompanied by the required documentation.
- Liaise with transporters to ensure cost effective movement of inventory.
- Ensure the security of the inventory and that inventory is free from any pests and vermin.
- Plan fumigation of the storage warehouses and co-ordinate third party fumigation.
- Supervise and train warehouse workers on Health, Environmental, Safety and Quality (HSEQ) policies, warehouse operations and seed storage procedures.
- Engage in activities in the warehouse according to agreed HSEQ procedures.
- Assist in the liaison with Seed Certification Agents and regulatory authorities.
- Report any nonconformities to the Supply Chain and Operations Manager.
- Assist with inventory management and control, using agreed systems and processes and support the Finance department in monthly stocktaking.
- Suggest improvements to warehousing & HSEQ procedures and policies to ensure best use of company resources and achieve improved efficiency and safety.
Minimum Qualifications & Requirements
- Minimum of a National Diploma
- Supervisory Skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Must have a valid driving license.
- Must be aware of regulations and certification pertaining to seed trade in Nigeria and West Africa.
- A customer focused individual committed to building a reputation for trust and reliability.
- A highly proficient level of written / spoken English.
- Performance and results driven attitude.
- Willing to work flexibly with respect to starting and finishing times.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: [email protected] with “Warehouse Supervisor” as the subject of the mail.
Deadline: June 10, 2021
Job Features
Job Category | Warehousing/Licensing |