Warehouse, Supply Chain and Logistics Manager

The Catalyst Group is seeking an experienced Warehouse, Supply Chain, and Logistics Manager to join one of Pakistan’s leading event management companies based in Lahore. This role involves overseeing warehouse operations, inventory control, sourcing coordination, and managing logistics for high-end events. The successful candidate will ensure that all materials and equipment are available, delivered, and returned on time, working closely with production, client servicing, design, accounts, suppliers, and other internal teams. Managing the movement of event materials across multiple simultaneous events while maintaining accurate inventory records, controlling costs, and minimizing losses and damages is a key aspect of this position.

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee warehouse operations and maintain precise inventory records for décor, furniture, equipment, and other event materials.
- Allocate stock efficiently across multiple events, identify shortages, and coordinate sourcing, rentals, and replenishment activities.
- Source materials by evaluating supplier quotations, negotiating terms, and securing purchasing approvals.
- Manage deliveries and event-specific dispatches by coordinating vehicles, drivers, and handling teams to meet venue and setup deadlines.
- Maintain accurate documentation of stock issuance, transfers, deliveries, and returns, ensuring proper handovers and condition checks.
- Reconcile inventory after each event, investigate missing or damaged items, and ensure timely return of rented equipment.
- Conduct regular stock counts and coordinate cleaning, repairs, and preventive maintenance of inventory.
- Supervise warehouse and loading teams, enforce safe handling practices, and monitor supplier performance, transport costs, and asset losses.

Required Qualifications

- 5 to 8 years of experience in warehousing, inventory management, supply chain, or logistics, including team supervision.
- Proven ability to manage multiple events, handle time-sensitive deliveries, and adapt to changing operational requirements.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with expertise in supplier coordination, negotiation, and cost control.
- Proficiency in spreadsheets and inventory management systems.
- Experience supervising warehouse staff, transport teams, and material handling operations.
- Willingness to travel to warehouses and event sites and work flexible hours aligned with event schedules.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

- Experience in events, exhibitions, hospitality, rentals, production, or related industries is highly desirable.
- A formal qualification in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related field is preferred; however, practical experience is essential.
- Opportunity to work with a premium event management company known for delivering exceptional client experiences and high-end events.

This role offers a dynamic work environment where effective coordination and operational excellence are critical to the success of multiple high-profile events. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing complex logistics with a customer-focused approach.