Senior Supervisor - Warehouse Operations (Kurunegala)
Logistics / Warehouse / Transport
About the Employer
Job Description
SENIOR SUPERVISOR – Warehouse Operations
Kurunegala
A member of the David Pieris Group of Companies, David Pieris Logistics (Private) Limited (DPL) covers the entire spectrum of supply chain management solutions in Sri Lanka. With over two decades of industry experience, DPL has an extensive footprint in warehousing, logistics and international freight forwarding covering 3PL & 4PL services. Backed by 400 employees, the company offers customised end-to-end integrated logistics solutions to a diverse clientele with constantly evolving requirements.
Responsibilities
- Plan, oversee, and coordinate daily inbound (receiving) and outbound (dispatch) activities, ensuring optimal labor allocation and zero bottlenecks.
- Ensure efficient put-away processes and space utilization within the racking systems (including Single Selective and specialized configurations) while maintaining clear zone segregation.
- Supervise the unloading, inspection, and verification of incoming cargo against documentation (GRN generation), and ensure accurate picking, packing, and staging for outbound distribution.
- Maintain strict adherence to individual client Service Level Agreements (SLAs) regarding order fulfillment turnaround times and cargo handling protocols.
- Supervise the real-time logging of all inventory movements within the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to ensure data integrity and 100% system-to-floor alignment.
- Lead scheduled cycle counts and comprehensive wall-to-wall stock takes, investigate discrepancies immediately to identify root causes and execute corrective actions.
- Document and report any stock variances, damages, or short-expired items, minimizing inventory variance and managing the quarantine area effectively.
- Lead, motivate, and manage a team of warehouse assistants, checkers, and equipment operators (forklift/reach truck drivers).
- Conduct on-the-job training for team members on safe material handling, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and proper WMS scanning utilization.
- Set daily floor targets, monitor team productivity, and provide constructive performance feedback to the operations management team.
- Enforce strict health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards, ensuring all staff utilize appropriate PPE and operate material handling equipment (MHE) safely.
- Ensure the facility meets specialized storage compliance criteria (including temperature logs, pest control protocols, and quality audits) where applicable.
- Compile and submit daily warehouse floor reports covering key metrics such as throughput, order accuracy, and labor hours.
- Collaborate with senior management to identify operational bottlenecks, suggest layout optimizations, and streamline workflows to drive cost efficiency.
- Maintain high standards of warehouse cleanliness and organization by implementing 5S principles across all operational zones and loading bays.
Requirements
- Professional Qualification or Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
- Minimum 2 to 3 years of warehouse operations experience, preferably in a supervisory or team-lead role.
- Strong knowledge of warehouse management systems, inventory control, and operational best practices.
- Proficient in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving skills
- If you feel that this role is for you, send in a detailed resume along with two non-related referees by email, to reach us within 07 days of this advertisement indicating the position applied for, in the email's subject line.
Email: [email protected]
Head of Human Resources
David Pieris Logistics (Private) Limited
No. 941, Pannipitiya Road, Pelawatte Battaramulla
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