About Us:
Join a globally respected 80+ year manufacturing company where quality is at the core of everything we build. This long-standing business unit is a leading manufacturer of process equipment which is sold into many domestic and international markets including mining, recycling, cement, food processing, and other material handling and manufacturing industries.
About the Role :
If you are a self‑motivated leader ready to transform Stores & Dispatch into a modern, efficient, and technology‑enabled function, we’d love to hear from you.
We are seeking a Manager – Stores & Dispatch to lead and modernize our Stores function. This role is critical in driving operational excellence, inventory optimization, digital transformation, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader who can transform traditional material handling into a technology‑enabled, data‑driven inventory management system.
Job Purpose-Why This Role Matters
We are seeking a Manager – Stores & Dispatch to lead and modernize our Stores function. This role is critical in driving operational excellence, inventory optimization, digital transformation, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader who can transform traditional material handling into a technology‑enabled, data‑driven inventory management system.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end‑to‑end stores operations including receipt, storage, preservation, issue, transfer, return, and dispatch.
- Ensure inventory accuracy through cycle counting, reconciliation, and systematic variance analysis.
- Drive digital transformation with ERP/MRP integration, barcode/QR systems, and real‑time reporting.
- Support production flow by ensuring timely material availability and resolving bottlenecks.
- Manage dispatch operations including vehicle planning, packing, transportation, and delivery reliability.
- Enforce safety & compliance in handling heavy, magnetic, fragile, and high‑value materials.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, 5S/6S) to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Develop and mentor teams through coaching, cross‑training, and succession planning.
Candidate Competencies
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 12–15+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing, heavy engineering, fabrication, or project‑based industries.
- Strong expertise in inventory optimization, ABC analysis, FIFO/FEFO, cycle counting, and reconciliation.
- Hands‑on experience with ERP/MRP systems and warehouse digitalization.
- Proven leadership and people management skills including team building, delegation, coaching, and succession development.
- Self‑driven, analytical, and proactive with a focus on cost and process improvement.
- Additional qualifications in Supply Chain / Logistics / Operations are an advantage.
Benefits
Why Join Us:
- High ownership and decision-making authority on the shop floor
- Career growth in a performance-driven manufacturing environment
- Working days- 5 days in week
- Health Insurance for self and family.
- Profit Sharing programme.
- Multiple Employee centric and well-being support programmes.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- 12-15+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing, heavy engineering, fabrication, or project-based industries
- Expertise in inventory optimization, ABC analysis, FIFO/FEFO, cycle counting, and reconciliation
- Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems and warehouse digitalization
- Leadership and people management skills, including team building, delegation, coaching, and succession development
- Additional qualifications in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Operations
What We Do
Eriez is a global leader in the design and manufacture of separation, material handling, and inspection equipment. The company provides trusted technical solutions for industries including mining, food, recycling, and packaging.
