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Inventory and Procurement Management Expert | Driving Sustainable Revenue Growth, Profitability, and Competitive Edge in Papua New Guinea | Optimizing Supply Chains for Efficiency and Resilience

How do you become a Warehouse Specialist? Here are some general guidelines for becoming a warehouse specialist, keeping in mind that specific requirements may vary in different industries: Below are the Skills and Qualities: Organizational Skills: Warehouse Specialists need to manage inventory efficiently, ensuring products are organized and easy to locate. Communication Skills: Effective communication with team members, suppliers, and other stakeholders is crucial for smooth warehouse operations. Attention to Detail: Warehouse specialists must be meticulous in recording and tracking inventory to avoid errors and discrepancies. Problem-Solving Abilities: They must have the ability to identify and resolve issues, such as damaged goods or supply chain disruptions, supplier invoice queries, pack sizes. Physical Fitness: The job may involve lifting and moving heavy items, so physical fitness is often required. Education and Training: High School Diploma or Equivalent: Many warehouse specialist positions require at least a high school certificate, diploma business studies, accounting or equivalent. Some employers may prefer candidates with additional education, such as an associate degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field. On-the-Job Training: Most of the learning occurs on the job, where warehouse specialists gain hands-on experience in managing inventory, using warehouse management systems, and following safety protocols. Additional training in Supply Chain, inventory and warehousing is highly recommended. Certifications and Licenses: Forklift Operator Certification, Dangerous Goods Handling, Working in Heights, Crane Operator License. Depending on the warehouse's requirements, obtaining a forklift operator certification may be prerequisite , especially if the job involves operating forklifts or other heavy machinery. OSHE Certification: Occupational Safety and Health & Environment (OSHE) certification can be beneficial, as it demonstrates knowledge of safety regulations and procedures. In the mining sector, Warehouse Specialist MUST get the Cyanide Handling Certificate. #Warehousespecialist #inventoryspecialist

Palai Yasowa

Former Superintendent - Supply Chain Training-Seeking New Opportunities

8mo

Great article

Philippe Okpo

gestionnaire de stock et logisticien

8mo

Thank you Sir for these valuable steps we must follow to achieve in order to become a good warehouse specialist

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Thank you Mr, Gipe Sela for the Guidlines in this Field

Wesley Pokana

Warehousing and Logistics

8mo

Well said Mr Sela

Peter Makacha

Certified logistics and supply management professional.

8mo

Nuggets 💯

Ezra Aron

Accounting | Inventory

8mo

Can we agree, Analytical thinking or skills should be included? Analytical thinking capabilities plays a crucial role in problem-solving and analytical skills are learned skills which is used to objevtively evaluate information or data, identify patterns and draw logical conclusions.

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