One Acre Fund is a nonprofit organization that supplies smallholder farmers in East Africa with asset-based financing and agriculture training services to reduce hunger and poverty.

About the Role

You will manage and oversees the operations of their warehouse. You will oversee the efficient and safe receipt, storage, retrieval and dispatch of several products. You will ensure workplace health and safety requirements are met and take responsibility for the security of the building and the stock within it. You are expected to ensure warehouse operation targets are achieved and that all warehouse processes are running smoothly and promptly. You will report to the Regional Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Manage a warehouse in compliance with One Acre Fund policies and vision.
• Oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance operations.
• Set up the layout and ensure efficient space utilization in the warehouse.
• Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene and security in the warehouse.
• Manage stock and reconcile live inventory with a data storage system (SAP).
• Recruit, train, coach and motivate the warehouse’s casual labour workforce.
• Act as liaison between One Acre Fund and NCPB Depot.

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• A mimimum of a Diploma in logistics, Supply Chain Management or Business Administration
• 2 years of experience in Warehousing or Supply Chain Management.
• Experience implementing process improvement initiatives.
• Hands-on experience with warehouse management software and database.
• A leader who can manage other staff (1 assistant and casual).
• General knowledge of warehouse management best practices.
• Use different G-Suites like Google sheets in your daily mandate