Warehouse Controller – SEZ

About the role

Africa Global Logistics is hiring a Warehouse Controller for its SEZ warehouse in Nairobi, working full time and reporting to the General Manager-SEZ. The role manages day-to-day warehouse operations, ensures SEZ and customs compliance, supervises warehouse staff and prepares operational reports. On-site work is required.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, organise and control warehouse operations: inbound receipt, storage, processing and outbound dispatch, with optimal space use and material handling efficiency.
• Maintain accurate stock records and oversee kitting, re-packing, labelling, cannibalisation, assembly/disassembly and other value-added processes.
• Keep the warehouse layout and storage systems aligned with operational needs and safety standards.
• Ensure inbound and outbound movements comply with SEZ and customs regulations, liaise with SEZA, KRA Customs and other agencies, and process Inbound, Transfer, Processing and Outbound Bonds accurately.
• Control inventory in real time via the SPEED WMS, run regular stock counts and reconciliations, and keep clients' inventory segregated and tagged.
• Enforce HSE and quality standards, coordinate safety drills, equipment inspections and housekeeping audits, and oversee security and loss prevention.
• Supervise warehouse supervisors, operators and support staff, plan manpower schedules and training, and monitor performance.
• Act as the main point of contact for client warehouse matters, communicate stock positions and dispatch schedules, and submit periodic operational and compliance reports.
• Drive process optimisation, automation and lean logistics best practices.

Required profile

• Degree or diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• 3 years' experience in supply chain or a related field.
• Experience in an SEZ is an added advantage.