Dodai Manufacturing Plc (Dodai), is a recently incorporated organization launched in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on August 01, 2023. Dodai is a fast growing organization with a mission of making urban e-mobility accessible to everyone in Africa through its innovative products and services. Dodai plans to provide brand new electric two wheelers by assembling them here in Addis Ababa and plans to expand to major regional cities in Ethiopia by the end of 2025. It’s thus looking to engage dynamic Ethiopian talent to ensure the achievement of its goals. 

The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily warehouse operations, inventory management within the ERP system, and ensuring smooth coordination between warehouse and financial processes. This role involves leading a team, optimizing workflows, maintaining data integrity in the ERP system, and ensuring accurate inventory reporting and control. The WarehouseSupervisor plays a crucial role in ensuring that both physical and digital warehouse operations meet company goals for logistics, supply chain, and financial integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership and Supervision:

  • Lead, train, and supervise warehouse staff to ensure optimal performance and adherence to company policies.

  • Build and maintain a playbook that outlines key warehouse processes and procedures, ensuring it is updated regularly for staff to refer to.

  • Take a lead in cultivating Dodai's value and culture in the team by setting a good example. Continuously question the status quo, improve processes, and focus on being mission-driven.

• Inventory and ERP System Management:

  • Oversee accurate receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods, ensuring up-to-date inventory records in the warehouse management system (WMS) and ERP system.

  • Manage and update financial master data in the ERP system, including cost centers and bill of materials (BOM), while integrating production data into financial reports.

  • Identify opportunities to improve the ERP system’s functionality and ensure compliance with internal financial controls and audit requirements.

• Order Fulfillment:

  • Coordinate the picking, packing, and shipping of orders to meet customer deadlines.

  • Collaborate with the sales team, import operations team, manufacturing team, logistics team, and finance team to ensure smooth operations and timely order processing.

  • Liaise with the logistics team to track shipments and handle any discrepancies or delays.

• Inventory Valuation and Cost Control:

  • Monitor and manage inventory valuation, production costs, and standard costing within the ERP system.

  • Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods.

  • Reconcile inventory data with financial reports to ensure correct valuations.

• Health, Safety, and Compliance:

  • Ensure that warehouse operations comply with health and safety regulations, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

  • Conduct regular safety inspections and maintain a clean, organized working environment.

  • Enforce compliance with company policies related to safety and operational standards.

• Reporting and Documentation:

  • Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports on inventory levels, order fulfillment, and warehouse productivity.

  • Ensure all reporting is completed on time and digitally, adhering to company guidelines.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred

• Proven experience in warehouse operations and team leadership, with at least 3 years of relevant experience

• Strong understanding of warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control procedures.

• Proficiency in manufacturing-focused ERP systems like SAP, Cin7, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms.

• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work under pressure.

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Excellent leadership and organizational skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team.

• Good skills in MS Office and reporting.

How to Apply

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