PROGRAM MANAGEMENT WAREHOUSING LEAD

Overview: As the Program Management Warehousing Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing the strategic planning, execution, and optimization of warehousing operations within the organization's programs. You will manage the end-to-end warehousing processes, including inventory management, storage optimization, and distribution logistics, to ensure efficient and cost-effective handling of goods and materials. Your role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders to streamline warehousing operations, enhance inventory visibility, and meet program objectives.

• Key Responsibilities:
• Strategic Planning and Execution:
• Develop and implement strategic plans, policies, and procedures for warehousing operations, aligning with program objectives, budgetary constraints, and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Establish performance metrics, KPIs, and targets to measure and evaluate warehousing performance, including inventory accuracy, order fulfillment, and cycle time.
• Inventory Management:
• Oversee the inventory management process, including receipt, storage, tracking, and issuance of goods and materials, to ensure accurate inventory levels and minimize stockouts and overages.
• Implement inventory control measures, such as cycle counting, ABC analysis, and stock rotation, to optimize inventory turnover, reduce carrying costs, and prevent obsolescence.
• Storage Optimization:
• Optimize warehouse layout, shelving configurations, and storage systems to maximize space utilization, minimize handling costs, and improve operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with procurement teams and vendors to assess storage requirements, forecast inventory needs, and plan for seasonal fluctuations or demand spikes.
• Distribution Logistics:
• Manage inbound and outbound logistics activities, including receiving, picking, packing, and shipping, to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of customer orders and program requirements.
• Coordinate with transportation providers, carriers, and freight forwarders to optimize transportation routes, modes, and delivery schedules while minimizing costs and lead times.
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• Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within the warehousing operations, leveraging technology, data analytics, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Lead cross-functional teams in process mapping, root cause analysis, and implementation of best practices to enhance productivity, quality, and safety in warehousing activities.
• Vendor and Stakeholder Management:
• Collaborate with vendors, suppliers, and service providers to ensure compliance with contractual agreements, performance expectations, and service level requirements.
• Foster positive relationships with internal stakeholders, including program managers, procurement teams, and end users, to understand their warehousing needs and priorities and provide responsive support.