12 Warehouse Supervisor jobs in Kuwait

We are currently looking for a motivated Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse activities and ensure smooth, efficient operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise day-to-day warehouse operations including receiving, storage, and dispatch.
• Lead and coach warehouse staff to achieve performance and productivity targets.
• Monitor stock accuracy and support inventory control processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety, hygiene, and company standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimize space, cost, and efficiency.
• Coordinate closely with Supply Chain, Procurement, and Commercial teams.

Requirements:

• Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in warehouse operations, preferably within FMCG or manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Good knowledge of inventory systems and warehouse procedures.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

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• Supervise daily warehouse activities, including receiving, storage, and dispatch of goods.
• Monitor inventory levels and conduct regular stock counts to maintain accuracy.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and handling of all products.
• Coordinate with purchasing and logistics teams to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Implement and enforce warehouse procedures, including safety and FIFO practices.
• Train and supervise warehouse staff to ensure productivity and adherence to company standards.
• Prepare daily/weekly reports on warehouse operations, stock levels, and discrepancies.
• Assist in optimizing warehouse layout and workflow for efficiency.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in logistics, supply chain, or related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in warehouse supervision or inventory management.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Fluent in Arabic and English (both written and spoken).

• Seniority level: Executive
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Supply Chain
• Industries: Retail

We are seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to join our dynamic team in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing the daily operations of our warehouse facility, ensuring efficiency and productivity while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality. The Warehouse Supervisor will be responsible for coordinating the receipt, storage, and distribution of products, while also leading a team of warehouse staff to achieve operational goals. This position requires strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement in warehouse processes.

Responsibilities:

1. Supervise all warehouses operations, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping of goods.
2. Check purchase orders to verify that all received raw materials, tools, spare parts, and finished products match the stated quantities and meet the required specifications and escalate any issues to the Direct Manager to take the necessary action.
3. Coordinate with the Direct Manager regarding the arrival of new materials or products to ensure adequate storage space and timely stocking.
4. Ensure optimal usage of warehouse space for easy access to stored finished products, raw materials, and spare parts, ensuring efficient storage and retrieval when required.
5. Conduct regular inspections to verify that the Warehouse environment is suitable for storing raw materials, spare parts, and finished products, maintaining compliance with UBC’s set standards for temperature, cleanliness, and sterilization.
6. Ensure proper implementation of security procedures to safeguard raw materials, spare parts, and finished products stored in the Warehouse.
7. Coordinate with the relevant stakeholders to ensure regular checks and maintenance of Warehouse machinery and equipment, ensuring compliance with UBC standards for storing and handling production-related items.
8. Supervise regular cycle counts, stock checks, and inventory reconciliation to ensure inventory accuracy and integrity.
9. Implement health and safety policies, standards and regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
10. Provide training to warehouse staff, ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols and operational procedures.
11. Supervise shift scheduling, performance management, and the development of a skilled workforce, driving operational efficiency while maintaining the highest safety standards across all activities.
12. Supervise the processing and fulfillment of sales orders, ensuring that all orders are picked, packed, and dispatched accurately and on time.
13. Maintain accurate and up-to-date warehouse documentation, including but not limited to reports, packing slips, and shipping records.
14. Collaborate with the procurement department to address issues related to damaged goods received from suppliers. Communicate effectively to ensure timely resolutions and minimize disruption to operations.
15. Liaise with suppliers and carriers to address issues related to damaged goods. Coordinate returns, replacements, or repairs as needed to minimize operational disruptions.
16. Supervise the maintenance and upkeep of the warehouse facility to ensure a safe, clean, and organized environment.
17. Supervise the maintenance and repair of warehouse equipment and facilities to ensure safe and efficient operations. Implement and monitor maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
18. Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and ensure a safe working environment. To comply with safety protocols, including proper use of equipment and adherence to safety guidelines.
19. Ensure that orders are fulfilled accurately and promptly to meet customer expectations and minimize disruptions in operations.

Preferred Candidate:

1. Proven experience as a Warehouse Supervisor or in a similar role within the FMCG industry.
2. Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
3. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy in inventory management.
4. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
5. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact with team members and other departments.
6. Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in warehouse operations.
7. Problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to addressing challenges.

Skills

• Inventory Management: Proficient in overseeing inventory levels, conducting audits, and ensuring accuracy in stock records to minimize discrepancies and optimize stock levels.
• Leadership: Strong ability to lead and motivate a diverse team, fostering a productive and engaged workforce while promoting professional development and teamwork.
• Safety Compliance: Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices to ensure a safe working environment, including proper training and enforcement of safety protocols.
• Logistics Coordination: Experience in coordinating logistics for inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring timely and efficient movement of goods.
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify issues quickly and implement effective solutions, enhancing operational efficiency.

Job Purpose

Supervise the receipt, dispatching and storage of spare parts, manage warehouse staff, vehicles and other equipment, ensuring efficient and organized storage.

Develop purchasing strategies and oversee the purchasing team in their daily activities of sourcing suppliers and purchasing spare parts, equipment and services.

Key Accountabilities

• Overseeing purchasing, receiving, warehousing and distribution operations.
• Implementing operational policies and procedures.
• Managing daily purchasing and warehousing activities, supervising staff, and allocating tasks.
• Managing supplier relations and negotiating contracts, prices, timelines, etc.
• Maintaining the supplier database, purchase records, and related documentation.
• Maintaining documentation and keeping accurate records of warehouse and purchase activities.
• Coordinating with Garage/Maintenance and Finance to determine and manage inventory needs.
• Ensuring that all procured items meet the required quality standards and specifications.
• Ensuring effective and safe use of warehouse equipment.
• Ensuring safety of staff.
• Preparing cost estimates and managing budgets.
• Working to improve purchasing and warehousing systems and processes.
• Motivating and disciplining staff.
• Training new employees in the purchasing and warehousing process and how to use the purchasing system.

The above list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and you may be required to undertake other responsibilities and training as requested by your line manager, appropriate to your grade and commensurate with the business need.

Skills

Experience

• 5+ years' experience in Warehouse Management.

Qualifications & Skills

• Diploma or equivalent degree.
• Excellent understanding of warehouse and purchasing management procedures.
• Proficient knowledge of inventory and inventory controls.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong leadership, organizational and problem-solving skills.

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• Shift management of inbound / outbound operations.
• Ensure inbound inventory is captured on the system prior on offloading items in the warehouse.
• Ensure for each, every SKU offloaded has scannable barcodes.
• Carry out full inspection audits for packaging and labeling quality of offloaded items.
• Maintain and organize daily shift rota of personnel.
• Responsible in planning the resource used in offloading & putaway.
• Recheck if offloaded items are placed on the correct pallet type.
• Check and support management in achieving daily targets set by BU.
• Recommends any improvements to the management to meet standard KPI.
• Provide reports set by management for daily review of Warehouse activities.
• Participation in internal /external reviews as required.
• Responsible to ensure all personnel under him has proper SAP training.
• Recommends for promotion and training of personnel.
• Lead by example on Health & Safety behavior – enforcing good practice amongst team leaders and operations staff.
• Support Management in reduction of operational costs against agreed forecasts & budgets.
• Ensure that containers offloaded as per target daily.
• Responsible to team container assignment as per manpower capacity.
• Report any discrepancies received on containers offloaded (damages / Shortages / Excess).
• Ensure that pending putaway on floor will be prioritized in binning.
• Closely coordinate with Fleet Supervisor for container status to ensure offloading will not be delayed.
• Coordinate /Monitor materials required for offloading (pallets, shrink wraps, etc).
• Ensure lag time is not more than 24 hours unless approved by management.
• Ensure no hanging Outbulk on system unless approved by Management.
• Provides feedback for Inbound improvements.
• Closely coordinate with Manager on floor situation – pending putaway, backlog in offloading.
• Responsible in planning leave/ compensatory off of personnel and submit for approval to Manager.

• Technical: Experience of managing inbound warehouse activities.
• User knowledge of warehouse management systems and MHE capabilities.
• Highly PC Literate (MS Office applications).
• Thorough understanding of KPI reporting and control procedures.
• Able to manage a large multicultural workforce, demonstrating a high degree of cultural sensitivity.
• Excellent verbal and written skills with the ability to adopt the most appropriate means of communication at all times (e.g., telephone, email, one-to-one, group presentation).
• A confident leader with the ability to motivate staff and foster teamwork.
• Highly customer focused with a personal commitment to Quality.
• Team Player who can earn respect and is comfortable working in a results-oriented environment.
• Daily KPI focused.
• Disciplined.
• Flexible.
• Motivated.