Watu Credit
Watu Africa, Africa’s fastest-growing Asset Finance company, is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to join their Secondary Marketplace Department in Nairobi, Kenya. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to play a crucial role in Watu’s mission to provide asset financing services for mobility assets and phones to ambitious individuals across the continent.
About Watu Africa:
Watu Africa is a mission-driven, customer-centric company dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs. We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to start, grow, and achieve their goals in life. By providing asset financing services for motorcycles, three-wheelers, vehicles, and phones, we’re helping ambitious individuals fulfill their dreams and support their families and communities.
Position Overview:
The Warehouse Manager will be responsible for overseeing the storage, refurbishment, refinancing, and sale of second-hand assets using a dealership model. This role reports directly to the Secondary Marketplace Operations Manager and plays a vital part in Watu’s commitment to empowering entrepreneurs across Africa.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Team Management and Leadership:
- – Recruit and develop talent in collaboration with the HR team
- – Manage daily performance, provide feedback, and ensure KPIs are met
- – Train team members on necessary skills and tools
- – Manage team welfare and ensure proper equipment is available
2. Process and Project Management:
- – Oversee warehouse operations, including asset reception, storage, and release
- – Maintain inventory accuracy and manage warehouse capacity
- – Implement and monitor compliance with defined routines and processes
- – Provide insights and recommendations for process improvements
- – Conceptualize and manage efficiency-boosting projects
3. Commercial Operations:
- – Drive and manage warehouse sales to meet set baselines
- – Innovate strategies to push sales of repossessed assets
- – Manage stock projections to meet sales targets
- – Develop and maintain B2B relationships with corporates, garages, and bulk buyers
4. Administration and Finance:
- – Plan and implement petty cash budgeting for warehouse operations
- – Ensure timely payment and proper documentation of bills and invoices
- – Manage and monitor adherence to health and safety standards
- – Act as custodian for all assets, office equipment, and tools of trade
5. Stakeholder Management:
- – Conduct regular meetings with direct and indirect reports
- – Resolve escalated client issues according to the established matrix
- – Liaise with various departments to ensure smooth operations
6. People Development:
- – Conduct performance appraisals and regular 1-on-1 meetings
- – Identify training needs and ensure appropriate support is provided
- – Develop creative ways to keep employees motivated and engaged
- – Address team conflicts and maintain a professional, values-based work environment
Requirements:
- – Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field
- – Minimum 4 years of experience in a fast-paced warehouse leadership role, managing hourly employees
- – Proven track record of driving performance and developing talent
- – Strong analytical and data management skills
- – Experience in risk management and fraud prevention strategies
- – Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- – Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment
- – Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced setting
- – Ethical professional with a clean criminal record
- – Passion for Watu Africa’s mission to empower entrepreneurs
Why Join Watu Africa?
- – Be part of a mission-driven company making a real difference in entrepreneurs’ lives
- – Opportunity to shape the future of asset financing in Africa
- – Work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with growth opportunities
- – Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals passionate about empowering others
- – Competitive salary and benefits package
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a detailed resume and cover letter highlighting their relevant experience and explaining why they are passionate about empowering entrepreneurs through asset financing. Please include “Warehouse Manager Application” in the subject line of your email.
Watu Africa is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
