Warehouse Manager - Romania
Operations
Warehouse supervisor/manager
Ciorani - Romania
With over 30 years’ experience, GVS Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of filters for application in the Medical, Laboratory, Automotive, Appliance, Safety and Building Filtration sectors. The origins of GVS initially focused on medical filters for blood and IV solutions. Today GVS provides a wide range of innovative products, including standard and custom devices for laboratory filtration, anesthesia, intensive therapy, and respiratory medicine.
The corporate headquarters of the GVS Group is located in Italy and has business units across Argentina, Brazil, China, India, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Romania, South Korea, Thailand, Russia, Turkey, UK, USA, and Vietnam.
For our site in Ciorani, we are looking for a Warehouse Manager. The figure will play a crucial role in overseeing the efficient operation of our plant warehouse, managing fast movers’ materials, from raw material till ready to ship products for retail channels. The figure we aim for will have to redefine the procedures, layout and will participate, as key team member in the design of the new plant to be built in 2025. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in warehouse management, possess strong knowledge of lean principles and 5S methodology, and be capable of working in a dynamic environment with tight deadlines.
Key Responsibilities & Activities
- Oversee daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, and distribution of materials.
- Ensure efficient and timely picking, packing, and shipping of orders to meet customer requirements.
- Coordinate with other departments to prioritize orders and ensure timely delivery.
- Implement and maintain lean principles and 5S standards to optimize warehouse layout and organization.
- Train and supervise warehouse staff, providing guidance and support to ensure high productivity and adherence to safety protocols.
- Conduct regular inventory checks and reconcile discrepancies to maintain accurate stock levels.
- Implement and enforce safety protocols to create a secure working environment for all warehouse employees.
- Identify areas for process improvement and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Discuss reports on warehouse performance, including productivity metrics, inventory levels, and order fulfillment rates.
Job Qualifications, Skills & Attitudes
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in warehouse management, with a proven track record of success.
- Strong knowledge of lean principles and 5S methodology, with experience implementing these practices in a warehouse setting.
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
- Proficiency in warehouse management systems (WMS) and Microsoft Office suite.
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Good knowledge of English language. Romanian language knowledge is a plus.
- Flexibility to work evening or weekend shifts as needed.
We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is a lever to running a sustainable and successful business. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. We strongly encourage your application, as we value the perspective, experience and potential you could bring.