Job Title - Warehouse Manager – Freight Forwarding Industry
Location
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Mumbai (Bhiwandi)
Job Purpose
We are looking for an entrepreneurial, hands-on leader to
build Pentagon's warehousing segment from the ground up,
from market assessment and client acquisition to facility setup and day-to-day operations. This is a founder-style mandate: the person will wear both the sales and operations hat in the early phase, and grow into leading the vertical as it scales. This is not a role for someone who wants an established team and SOPs already in place it is for someone who wants to build them.”
Key Responsibilities
1. Warehouse Setup & Infrastructure
- Identify, evaluate, and procure suitable warehouse property.
- Oversee design, layout, and installation of racking, equipment, and IT systems.
- Establish operational processes, SOPs, and compliance frameworks.
- Ensure safety, security, and statutory requirements are met.
2. Operations Management
- Implement efficient inbound, outbound, and storage processes.
- Develop inventory control systems and reporting mechanisms.
- Coordinate with freight forwarding teams for seamless cargo handling.
- Introduce automation and technology for optimized workflows.
3. Business Development & Sales
- Generate new business opportunities through warehouse services.
- Collaborate with sales teams to pitch warehousing solutions to clients.
- Build relationships with freight forwarding partners and customers.
- Achieve revenue targets through warehouse utilization and value-added services.
4. Team Leadership & Development
- Recruit, train, and mentor warehouse staff.
- Build a performance-driven culture with transparent KPIs.
- Ensure compliance with HR and safety policies.
- Foster teamwork and continuous improvement.
5. Strategic Contribution
- Provide insights for long-term warehouse expansion and scalability.
- Align warehouse operations with overall freight forwarding strategy.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activities to stay