Department Manager

Role Overview

This position is responsible for overseeing day-to-day activities within the distribution center’s pre-receiving and receiving functions. The goal is to keep inbound operations running smoothly, safely, and efficiently while ensuring merchandise is handled correctly and recorded accurately.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations for pre-receiving and receiving at the distribution center to maintain high process efficiency.
• Run the pre-receiving workflow in line with company SOPs and coordinate with vendors to obtain advance shipment notices so carrier arrivals can be scheduled on time.
• Verify that incoming merchandise matches the advance shipment notice and purchase order in quality, quantity, and delivery terms, and ensure goods receipt is updated in the system.
• Keep receiving docks available for carriers and organize unloading schedules according to carrier timelines.
• Make sure unloading is executed in a structured and efficient way, following the defined receiving process.
• Ensure proper use of material handling equipment during unloading and apply the company’s handling procedures for different SKU types.
• Strictly enforce safety standards during receiving activities to reduce accidents and take disciplinary action when required.
• Monitor efforts to reduce merchandise damage and maintain proper handling practices.
• Prepare resource plans covering manpower, material handling equipment, and any other operational needs.
• Promote careful material handling to avoid product damage and related losses.
• Identify and implement process improvement initiatives to increase the efficiency of the receiving operation.

Additional Information

Location: Greater Kolkata Area

Employment Type: Full-time, onsite