Manpower is currently seeking an Warehouse Stores Associate to join our global FMCG client. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a fast‑paced, innovative environment where your contribution truly makes an impact.

The Warehouse Stores Associate is responsible for receiving, storing, issuing, and tracking inventory and supplies in the warehouse/stores area. This role supports smooth operations by maintaining accurate inventory records, preparing materials for production and shipping, handling specialized picks (including clean room work), and ensuring compliance with safety and quality procedures.

Key responsibilities

• Receive and book in incoming deliveries; verify quantities and condition, and report discrepancies, liaising with the Receiving Inspection department.
• Unload and move raw materials / packaging items required for work in progress, replenish line-side stock using appropriate equipment (pallet jack, hand truck, forklift if certified) as and when required.
• Accurately put away items to assigned locations and maintain organised storage areas.
• Pick work orders for the shopfloor and clean room.
• Prepare, rebox, label, and palletise items for shipping; handle small-order packaging as needed.
• Support cycle counting and regular inventory audits; reconcile variances and update records.
• Support and execute replenishment runs between local distribution warehouse as scheduled.
• Support maintenance of Consumables Tracker and monitor chemical expiry dates; segregate and flag expired/near-expiry items.
• Process walk-in queries and delivery queries (purchasing); coordinate with purchasing and receiving teams.
• Participate when requested in operational/coordination meetings.
• Adhere to compliance related procedures, adhere to PPE and safe lifting practices as required.
• Maintain stores housekeeping and 6S standards.
• Support returns processing, defect segregation, and disposal procedures.
• Operate warehouse management systems (ERP) to maintain accurate records.

Required experiences

• Previous warehouse, stores, or material handling experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn ERP or inventory applications.

Preferred experiences

• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Experience supporting audits and cross-functional meetings.

Core skills and attributes

• Good communication and teamwork skills; able to coordinate with purchasing, production, and finance.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.