Warehouse Manager

We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in managing warehouse operations with a particular focus on retail store distribution and e-commerce/marketplace order fulfilment. Strategically manage the daily warehouse operations ensuring efficient inventory control, storage, picking, packing, dispatch and distribution. Oversee the inbound operations from receiving shipments and quality verification through to GRN completion and put away. Take full ownership of order fulfilment across all business channels, including retail stores, e-commerce, marketplaces (Amazon, Noon, etc.), wholesale and export customers. Ensure daily retail store replenishment orders are picked, packed and dispatched accurately on time to stores across multiple locations within the UAE. Oversee and prioritize e-commerce and marketplace order fulfilment to ensure all customer orders meet agreed SLAs and delivery timelines. Plan and optimize warehouse workflows to maximize productivity, order accuracy and fulfilment speed across all sales channels. Manage daily dispatch operations using the company's fleet as well as courier and third party logistics partners to ensure timely deliveries. Monitor order backlogs, pending orders, fulfilment performance and inventory availability, implementing corrective actions where required. Ensure inventory accuracy by maintaining alignment between physical stock and ERP records, with all inventory movements accurately recorded. Supervise, coach and develop a team of 30-35 warehouse employees, ensuring productivity, accountability and adherence to operational standards. Develop and continuously improve warehouse processes related to receiving, storage, inventory management, picking, packing, shipping and returns. Manage reverse logistics, including customer returns, marketplace returns and store returns, ensuring timely processing and inventory reconciliation. Ensure accurate warehouse documentation, shipment records and inventory reports are maintained. Maintain warehouse security, housekeeping, health and safety standards, and compliance with company policies and UAE regulations. Coordinate preventive maintenance of warehouse equipment and company vehicles. Minimum 8 years of experience in a similar warehouse management role. Excellent understanding of warehouse operations, inventory management and distribution processes. Proven experience managing retail store distribution and strong knowledge of locations across UAE. Extensive experience managing high volume e-commerce and marketplace fulfilment operations, including Amazon, Noon and other online sales platforms. Experience managing import and export shipments, including familiarity with customs regulations. Proven ability to lead and manage a team of 30 employees. Hands-on experience with ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365. Excellent leadership, organizational, multitasking and problem-solving skills. Valid driver's license and own vehicle are mandatory.