Warehouse Manager

About the role

Lychee is expanding its healthy food operations into Saudi Arabia and seeks a Warehouse Manager to lead the new Riyadh facility. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate stock management, maintaining product freshness, and overseeing all warehouse activities in a fast‑growing food environment.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain 100% stock accuracy in the ERP system through real‑time updates and regular reconciliations.
• Implement and monitor the full warehouse cycle within the ERP, tracking stock movement, storage, and dispatch.
• Design efficient warehouse layouts to maximize capacity and streamline inventory flow.
• Enforce FIFO handling for perishable food items to minimize waste and preserve freshness.
• Supervise inventory tracking, ensuring optimal stock levels and real‑time visibility.
• Monitor storage conditions (temperature, humidity, hygiene) to uphold product quality and safety.
• Train staff on FIFO protocols, perishable handling, and safety procedures.
• Optimize workflows to reduce unnecessary movement and boost productivity.
• Manage receiving, storing, and dispatch processes to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain compliance with food safety regulations and prepare for audits.
• Utilize WMS data to analyze space utilization, turnover, and performance.
• Ensure all equipment, including forklifts and temperature control systems, is well‑maintained.
• Oversee third‑party storage facilities, negotiate contracts, and control warehousing costs.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or a related field.

Required skills

• Proficiency with ERP systems.
• Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Forklift operation competency.
• Knowledge of temperature control and hygiene standards for food storage.