Warehouse Manager

Job Title: Warehouse Manager

Department: Supply Chain

Work Set Up: On-Site

Reports To: Senior Manager, Supply Chain Management

Job Summary

The Warehouse Manager is responsible for the end-to-end management of warehouse operations at the Fortune Warehouse in Marikina, ensuring accurate inventory handling, disciplined execution of SOPs, and full GMP compliance.

This role requires strong, hands-on experience with ERP or warehouse management systems and will play a key role in the setup, configuration, testing, and rollout of a new ERP system for warehouse operations. The Warehouse Manager will act as the process owner for warehouse-related ERP modules, ensuring that system design reflects real operational needs.

This position is strictly warehouse-focused and does not include logistics, transportation, or distribution responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Site Warehouse Operations (Fortune Marikina)

• Own all internal warehouse activities including receiving, put-away, storage, picking, packing, and internal staging.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods.
• Maintain optimal warehouse layout and space utilization.
• Enforce FIFO / FEFO principles and batch traceability.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and visual controls.
  
  

Inventory Accuracy & Control

• Ensure inventory accuracy through disciplined receiving, issuance, and reconciliation.
• Lead cycle counts, spot checks, and physical inventory counts.
• Investigate variances and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure accurate SKU, batch, and location mapping in the ERP.
  
  

ERP / WMS Ownership (Warehouse Scope)

• Act as warehouse process owner for ERP or WMS implementation.
• Participate in ERP selection, requirements definition, and process mapping for warehouse modules.
• Lead user acceptance testing (UAT) for warehouse-related workflows.
• Ensure accurate master data setup (SKUs, locations, BOM links, batch rules).
• Train warehouse users on ERP processes and enforce correct system usage.
• Work closely with IT, SCM leadership, and external vendors during ERP rollout.
• Identify gaps between system design and real operations and recommend solutions.
  
  

People & Shift Management

• Lead and supervise warehouse personnel assigned to the Fortune site.
• Manage manpower, shifts, productivity, and attendance.
• Train staff on SOPs, GMP requirements, safety standards, and ERP usage.
• Enforce discipline and accountability.
  
  

SOP Enforcement & Continuous Improvement

• Implement and enforce all approved warehouse SOPs.
• Identify process gaps and inefficiencies.
• Participate in root-cause analysis (RCA) for warehouse-related issues.
• Recommend continuous improvement initiatives supported by ERP data.
  
  

GMP, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, and internal quality standards.
• Maintain proper storage conditions and segregation.
• Enforce safety and housekeeping standards.
• Ensure audit readiness at all times.
  
  

Cross-Site & Cross-Functional Coordination (Non-Logistics)

• Coordinate with Production, Fulfillment, Procurement, and SCM leadership.
• Align ERP-driven warehouse processes with other sites.
• Escalate capacity, manpower, or system-related risks early.
  
  

Reporting & Monitoring

• Produce accurate, ERP-based warehouse reports covering:
• Inventory accuracy
• Cycle count results
• Space utilization
• Manpower productivity
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and system records.
  
  

Qualification & Requirements


Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Information Systems, Business, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent operational ERP implementation experience will be considered.
  
  

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of warehouse operations experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Hands-on experience using and implementing ERP or WMS systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle NetSuite, Odoo, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
• Experience participating in ERP setup, migration, or rollout is required.
• Experience in FMCG, cosmetics, pharmaceutical, or regulated environments is a strong advantage.
• Experience in multi-warehouse operations is a plus.
  
  

Skills & Competencies


Technical Skills:

• Strong warehouse operations and inventory control expertise.
• ERP / WMS process ownership and user training.
• Master data accuracy and system discipline.
• FIFO / FEFO, cycle counting, reconciliation.
• SOP design and enforcement.
• GMP storage and handling standards.
  
  

Soft Skills:

• Structured and process-driven thinker.
• Strong execution and follow-through.
• Comfortable bridging operations and systems.
• Clear communicator with cross-functional teams.
• Proactive problem-solver who escalates risks early.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Full-time, on-site role at Fortune Warehouse, Marikina.
• Physically active warehouse environment.
• May require coordination visits to other warehouse sites during ERP rollout.
  
  

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT


Dermorepubliq is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment