Team Leader Operations - Distribution Centre - Kabirwala

Location: Kabirwala

Function: Supply Chain

Main Purpose of Job

Ensure the delivery of safe, efficient, and cost-effective warehousing operations by managing Factory Distribution Center (DC) activities, 3PL performance, inventory accuracy, and continuous improvement initiatives in line with Nestlé standards.

Key Outputs & Responsibilities

Warehouse Operations & Performance

• Ensure smooth day-to-day warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, picking, and dispatch.
• Monitor and improve DC and 3PL performance using agreed KPIs (service, cost, productivity).
• Ensure inventory accuracy, issuance accuracy, and control of warehouse damages.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with Nestlé standards.
• Maintain storage conditions as per FG & RP specifications and QA requirements.
• Drive safety culture to achieve LTIFR and audit targets.

People & 3PL Management

• Lead, engage, and motivate warehouse teams and labor.
• Manage 3PL performance, contracts, tariffs, and invoices in line with agreements.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and implement improvement action plans.

Continuous Improvement & Cost Optimization

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean / DMAIC methodologies.
• Support Value Stream Design and warehouse process optimization.
• Manage overtime, absenteeism, productivity, and resource utilization.

Assets & Infrastructure

• Ensure maintenance and availability of warehouse infrastructure, MHE, and security systems.
• Manage warehouse capacity and layout based on business requirements.

What Will Make You Successful

Experience & Education

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in Warehouse Management, Transportation, or Physical Logistics Operations.
• Experience in managing warehouse operations and 3PL service providers.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain / engineering / business.