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Warehouse Controller

AT Diageo
Diageo

Warehouse Controller

Accra, Ghana

Job Title: Warehouse Controller Finished Goods

Level:L6

Reports To: Warehouse Manager

Context/Scope:

To deliver the ambition of becoming the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products company in the world, Diageo embarked on an initiative sought at improving its processes, including how it manages its logistics operations. Diageo's end-game vision is for control towertransparencyy and strategic decisions to be made centrally via a Centre of Excellence (COE) whilst the transactional activity will be carried out by a managed service provider all using a single leading technology platform across Africa. This is sought at; Building and sustaining Standardization in MOVE processes, establish control of Operations through detailed codification, delivering stretch improvement targets for the markets, Disciplined application of theoutstandings Technology and Processes to exploit the full potential of the region, Crafting a central talent pool of expert staff at an optimised cost for the diverse African market to tap skills, build growth opportunities and minimise risks associated with employee turnover and finally, build a driven edge over companies with the outstanding Supply chain operations (mostly CPGs) COE's/Control towers for efficiency and cost effectiveness.

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Purpose of Role:

This role is to manage day to day warehousing operations in regard to Finished goods for the Nigeria market, providing a service of implementing operations, partnering with warehouse providers, transporters and contributing to each market in the region.

Top 3-5 Accountabilities
  • Implement Distribution Requirements Plan - Ensure adherence to the DRP through receiving Finished goods in the warehouse to improve space (warehouse and offloading docks) and 100% adherence to the Transport Loading/offloading plan.
  • Inventory Management & Quality Control - Manage adherence to FIFO, Prepare and publish inventory levels, stock aging, and SLOBs reports for Raw & Point of Sale Materials.
  • Inventory reconciliations- Reconcile finished goods (System Vs Physical), explain variances, and ensure 100% adherence to warehouse and yard schedules.
  • Warehouse set-up - Ensure warehouse (owned or leased) meets Diageo HSE standards, Optimise lighting, signage, security, warehouse racks and layout configuration.


Qualifications and Experience Required
  • Minimum 2 years' experience as a store keeper or Inventory Controller in handling FMCGs.
  • Must exposed to a Performance driven environment with measurable KPIs.
  • Demonstrable ability to keep accurate warehousing stock registers.
  • BSc, in a supply chain, Finance or related subject.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to use WMS systems.


Barriers to Success in Role
  • Inability to uphold Standards - The role holder will be expected to embrace the EISC Standards, apply them effectively in their role and adhere to them at all times.
  • Lack of understanding of Performance Management - The role holder will understand the importance of tiered performance management, identifying critical KPIs and required practices on a shift, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis with the ability to bring suppliers on the same journey.
  • Inability to drive Continuous Improvement - the role holder will be expected to be flexible and embrace change, continually looking for ways to improve everything they do. They will use various continuous improvement tools and techniques to solve problems.
  • Inability to communicate effectively: the role holder will be working with teams on site and remote, teams that report and do not report to them.

Client-provided location(s): Achimota, Ghana
Job ID: Diageo-JR1106923
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Pension
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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