Warehouse Manager

Role and Responsibilities Working as an important member of a diverse team, the warehouse manager has the role of supporting the logistics activities needed for the implementation of an emergency project. On a day-to-day basis, the Warehouse Manager carries out a variety of functions required to ensure the logistical needs of the programme related to stock management are met and that all activities are delivered efficiently, accurately and on-time. Project Overview The conflict in Syria has erupted into a full-scale civil war endangering lives in almost every community in the country. Desperate families, caught in the crossfire, are leaving everything behind and fleeing into neighbouring countries. Lebanon, one of these countries, has received a large influx of refugees from Syria. To assist the arriving Syrian refugees, Medair’s team in Lebanon intends to implement an emergency shelter project with cash for work and mapping activities in the Bekaa Valley. Medair Medair brings life-saving relief and rehabilitation in disasters, conflict areas, and other crises by working alongside the most vulnerable. Its Internationally Recruited (IRS) and HQ staff are inspired by their Christian faith to care for people in need, providing practical and compassionate support, regardless of race, religion, or politics. Medair has achieved the ISO 9001:2008 certification, worldwide. This certification signifies that Medair effectively delivers goods and services with a focus on beneficiary needs. Founded in 1989, Medair’s unwavering commitment continues to bring hope to the world’s most vulnerable.   Workplace Starting Date Contract Details Zahle, Lebanon ASAP until 31.12.2013   Key Activity Areas Facility maintenance Maintaining the warehouse facility in accordance with Medair standards Stock management Receiving and dispatching of stock items according to Medair procedure Conducting physical inventory Stock control Transport activities Participate in the organizing transport of items to and from the warehouse Staff management Participate in the hiring and coordination of work load of casual labor in order to achieve time bound tasks   Languages Strong working knowledge of Arabic and English (spoken and written)   Experience / Competencies 1-2 years’ work experience in warehouse management Strong communication skills Strong character traits-adaptability, ability to handle stress, sensitivity, honesty, integrity