Warehouse Manager · Bengaluru

Key Responsibilities

Cost Management & AOP Adherence

• Own the warehousing cost P&L and ensure monthly spend stays within the

Annual Operating Plan (AOP)

• Negotiate and manage third-party warehouse and logistics vendor contracts to optimise costs.

• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising on service quality.

Warehouse Space Utilisation

• Maximise utilisation of warehouse space through smart layout planning and slotting.

• Monitor space utilisation metrics regularly and take corrective action when efficiency drops.

• Plan for capacity needs in advance as business volumes grow. Inventory Control & Discipline

• Enforce strict FIFO (First-In, First-Out) across all SKUs to prevent expiry and product damage.

• Drive timely and accurate inventory cycle counts on a defined schedule; ensure 99%+ accuracy.

• Own and actively reduce ageing inventory (>180 days), working with commercial teams to liquidate or return slow-moving stock.

• Maintain real-time inventory records and flag discrepancies immediately.

Day-to-Day Warehouse Operations

• Manage end-to-end warehouse operations: inbound, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch.

• Ensure adherence to dispatch timelines and service-level commitments.

• Be present on the ground — visit warehouses regularly to identify and fix operational issues first-hand.

• Manage warehouse staff and vendor teams; set clear expectations and hold them accountable.

• Ensure compliance with safety, hygiene, and operational standards at all times.

Process Improvement & Reporting

• Build and maintain a dashboard of key warehouse KPIs: cost vs AOP, space utilisation, inventory accuracy, ageing stock, and cycle count completion.

• Identify process inefficiencies and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and commercial teams for smooth supply flow.

• Support scaling of warehouse operations as we expand to new geographies.