Warehouse Implementation Lead

About the Opportunity

A rapidly growing vertically integrated agri products platform in East Africa is looking to hire a Warehouse Implementation Lead to support the setup and stabilization of a new centralized warehouse operation serving multi country business operations.

This is a highly hands on role focused on warehouse operational build out, inventory controls, process implementation, and warehouse stabilization.

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Contract Duration: 9 to 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Compensation: 300,000 to 350,000 KES per month (approx. USD 2,300 to 2,700 per month)

Additional Benefits: Health Insurance Included

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse Design & Operational Setup

• Develop warehouse layouts, storage flow, and space optimization plans

• Support warehouse infrastructure setup and operational readiness

• Lead warehouse operationalization and stabilization activities

Inventory Controls & Systems

• Establish inventory control mechanisms including binning, barcoding, and counting cycles

• Develop SOPs and warehouse process workflows

• Implement inbound, storage, picking, dispatch, and stock movement processes

• Ensure high inventory accuracy and operational visibility

Operations Management

• Lead stock migration and warehouse transition activities

• Drive operational discipline, housekeeping, and safety standards

• Coordinate with Procurement, Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain stakeholders

Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor warehouse KPIs and operational metrics

• Identify operational gaps and improvement opportunities

• Drive process efficiency and warehouse optimization initiatives

Preferred Candidate Profile

• 7 to 12+ years of warehouse, logistics, or supply chain operations experience

• Proven experience in warehouse implementation, setup, or operational transformation projects

• Strong background in inventory management and stock controls

• Hands on exposure to ERP or WMS enabled warehouse environments

• Strong process orientation and operational execution capability

• Experience across FMCG, Retail, Logistics, Manufacturing, Food Processing, Agri Business, or related sectors preferred

• Exposure to 3PL, bonded warehouse, or regulated warehouse operations will be an added advantage

Candidate Preference

• Indian candidates with strong warehouse implementation expertise will be preferred

• Candidates currently based in Kenya, East Africa, or other international markets may also apply

• Professionals willing to work on a contract based assignment and relocate to Kenya are encouraged to apply

Contract & Future Opportunity

This is a 9 to 12 month project based assignment focused on warehouse setup and operational stabilization. There may be potential for further engagement or long term opportunities subject to individual performance and future business requirements.

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