Warehouse Leader

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Warehouse Management, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.

3-7 years of experience in warehouse operations and material handling within a precision engineering manufacturing environment, preferably in the Defence, Chemical, or Heavy Industry sectors.

Experience working in an international or European manufacturing environment is considered an advantage.

Strong knowledge of warehouse management principles, inventory control, and material flow processes.

Good understanding of IFS and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).

Experience with inventory management, stock control, and inventory accuracy processes.

Knowledge of FIFO (First In, First Out), FEFO (First Expired, First Out), and batch/lot traceability requirements.

Familiarity with 5S methodology, continuous improvement practices, and warehouse housekeeping standards.

Strong understanding of warehouse safety regulations, material-handling procedures, and risk management principles.

Proven leadership experience with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop warehouse teams.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Strong planning, organizational, and coordination abilities.

Analytical mindset with effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

Experience working with, monitoring, and driving performance improvements in key warehouse KPIs, including:

Inventory accuracy and stock control.

On-time material availability to support production schedules.

Order fulfilment and dispatch accuracy.

Picking accuracy and traceability compliance.

Stock variance analysis and inventory reconciliation.

Warehouse space utilization and storage optimization.

Reduction of material damage, losses, and waste.

Monitoring and improving material-handling equipment uptime and performance.

Management of slow-moving and non-moving inventory.

Implementation and monitoring of 5S standards and safety compliance.

Workforce planning, manpower utilization, and productivity improvement.

KPI reporting, performance analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This position requires that you pass a security vetting based on the current regulations around/of security protection.

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Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

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