Warehouse Manager – Yard Management

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Job Title: Warehouse Manager – Yard Management

Location: Commercial Vehicle Yard - Panvel , Maharashtra

Job Purpose

To oversee end-to-end yard operations for commercial vehicles, ensuring vehicle health checks, export readiness, stakeholder communication, and P&L accountability. The role demands strategic planning, strong leadership, and operational excellence to maintain yard efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Yard & Vehicle Management

• Ensure systematic parking, tracking, and movement of commercial vehicles within the yard
• Conduct regular health checks (battery, tyre, fluid levels, etc.) for all parked vehicles
• Coordinate with technical teams for preventive maintenance and readiness checks
Monitor vehicle aging and initiate timely actions to avoid deterioration

Warehouse & Export Operations

• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, including export documentation and compliance
• Liaise with export teams to ensure timely dispatches and adherence to international standards
Maintain accurate inventory records and reconcile physical vs. system stock

Stakeholder Communication

• Act as the primary point of contact for customer teams and internal departments
• Provide proactive updates on vehicle status, dispatch schedules, and yard KPIs
Escalate operational bottlenecks with structured solutions and timelines

Team & Vendor Management

• Lead a team of yard supervisors, drivers, and support staff with clear KPIs
• Conduct regular training and performance reviews to build operational capability
Align third-party vendors for security, housekeeping, and technical services

Financial & P&L Accountability

• Monitor and manage the warehouse P&L, including cost control and budget adherence
• Optimize resource utilization to reduce overheads and improve margins
• Prepare monthly financial reports and variance analysis for leadership review

Qualifications & Skills

Criterian Details

Education Any Graduate (Logistics, Supply Chain, or Engineering; MBA preferred)

Experience 7–10 years in warehouse/yard operations, preferably in automotive or export logistics

Technical Skills Yard management systems, export documentation, vehicle diagnostics

Soft Skills Strong communication, stakeholder alignment, team leadership

Other Knowledge of commercial vehicle handling, export compliance, and safety protocols

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