Assistant Manager Store & Warehouse

Accountabilities

• • Plan, coordinate, and oversee daily store and warehouse activities covering incoming and outgoing materials, electroplating, grinding and buffing, and job-work operations.
  • Manage the movement of materials between different manufacturing and processing stages, ensuring timely and accurate transfers.
  • Ensure all stores and material-handling activities are performed according to defined Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Supervise and support the store team, providing direction, coordinating workloads, and maintaining effective day-to-day operations.
  • Monitor finished goods (FG) and semi-finished goods (SFG) inventory levels and make appropriate decisions regarding stock control and replenishment.
  • Maintain optimum inventory levels and provide regular inventory and operational reports to management.
  • Investigate and resolve operational issues promptly by coordinating with relevant departmental heads and stakeholders.
  • Assist the Supply Chain Manager with daily business operations, internal service requirements, customer-related activities, and merchandising responsibilities.
  • Implement measures to minimize stock damage, theft, wastage, and other inventory-related losses in line with management guidelines.
  • Maintain accurate and timely operational reporting and ensure relevant store records are complete and up to date.
  • Coordinate and ensure completion of annual stock-taking activities at the end of the financial year.
  • Maintain clean, organized, and efficient work areas in accordance with 5S principles.
  • Address internal department concerns and complaints in a timely and professional manner.
  • Promote compliance with personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements and applicable workplace safety practices.

  Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent graduation qualification with at least 5 years of relevant professional experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in stores, warehouse, inventory, or supply chain operations, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
  • Hands-on experience with SAP Materials Management (SAP MM) and Production Planning (SAP PP) modules.
  • Strong understanding of inventory control, stock monitoring, material movement, and warehouse processes.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as sheet metal, press shop, machine shop, forging, paint shop, pressure die casting, and electroplating is an advantage.
  • Previous experience in the architectural hardware industry is preferred.
  • Strong people-management and team-supervision capabilities, with the ability to lead employees and coordinate daily activities effectively.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with multiple departments and management levels.
  • Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and issue-resolution skills.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple operational requirements while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work effectively in a structured manufacturing environment and consistently follow established procedures and safety standards.

  Benefits

  • Competitive compensation based on experience, qualifications, and organizational requirements.
  • Opportunity to take on a supervisory role overseeing stores and warehouse operations.
  • Exposure to supply chain, inventory management, manufacturing processes, and cross-functional operations.
  • Opportunities to develop leadership, operational, and process-management capabilities.
  • Collaborative working environment with exposure to supply chain and manufacturing leadership.
  • Professional development and training opportunities.
  • Supportive environment focused on career growth, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.