Location: Nairobi Logistics Centre
Contract Duration: 9 – 12 Months
Victory Farms is building a centralized warehouse to power multi-country operations across Kenya, Rwanda, and future East African markets. As the Warehouse Implementation Lead, you will own the end-to-end setup: translating designs into reality, building robust processes, embedding inventory discipline, and launching a high-performing operation from Day 1. This role is Perfect for a hands-on warehouse expert who thrive on execution and operational excellence in dynamic, growing environments.
Key Responsibilities
Design & Layout
- Develop efficient warehouse layouts, optimize space utilization, and specify racking/material handling equipment to maximize through put and safety.
Process & Systems Implementation
- Develop comprehensive SOPs for all warehouse functions; implement inventory control systems including bin locations, barcode integration, and cycle counting protocols.
- Establish end-to-end processes for inbound receiving, put-away, order picking, packing, and dispatch to ensure inventory accuracy and real-time visibility.
Operations & Execution
- Lead initial stock migration and cutover from legacy systems with zero stock loss.
- Drive operational excellence through strict housekeeping, 5S implementation, and safety compliance (OSH Act Kenya); collaborate closely with Operations, Procurement, and Finance teams.
Performance Management & Continuous Improvement
- Track and report on warehouse KPIs (OTIF, inventory shrinkage, pick accuracy, space utilization).
- Proactively identify bottlenecks, risks, and cost-saving opportunities; lead Kaizen/Lean initiatives to drive year-on-year performance improvements.
Requirements
- 7–10+ years experience in warehouse or logistics operations
- Proven experience operationalising or reorganising warehouse environments
- Strong inventory management and stock control background with demonstrated ability to improve inventory accuracy and process discipline
- Experience working within ERP or WMS-enabled systems
- Strong analytical skills
- Experience with 3PLs, bonded warehouses, or regulated environments a plus
Benefit:
- Visibility into the world’s fastest growing aquaculture company.
- Ideal for a candidate looking to dive into a mission-oriented Organization.
- The team is committed to the candidate’s success and will provide coaching, mentorship, and unique exposure to people and experiences that come from the most successful leaders in the entrepreneurial community and the social sector.
About Victory Farms
Victory Farms (VF) was established on Lake Victoria in 2016 with both on-shore and off-shore facilities. The head office is in Nairobi, and its Farm site is in Homa Bay County, with distribution across Kenya. VF has since become one of the fastest growing companies in aquaculture globally. In its first eight months of operation, the Company became the largest aquaculture producer in Kenya. Victory Farms aims to become the leading tilapia farm in Africa over the next 5 years while maintaining the highest environmental and social standards; as the most sustainable tilapia farm in the world, adhering to global standards and best practices, and producing affordable, sustainable protein to feed millions of people across Africa. Today, it is the largest commercial aquaculture player in East Africa and operates one of largest hatcheries on the continent.
The Company is continuing to rapidly expand its vertically integrated model: production, processing, and sales & distribution, to keep pace with the rapid growth in demand for protein. To support this, Victory Farms employs world class technologies, people, and processes to build its model for sustainable protein production on the continent. VF strives for the highest standards in performance, execution, culture, and integrity.
VF’s growth trajectory provides enormous opportunity for excited professionals to uplift their careers and make an impact within a diverse operation. We recognize the utmost importance which contributions by individuals and teams have to the success of Victory Farms. We work to create a fantastic environment for our employees. An environment where employees have an opportunity to develop professionally and personally.
How to Apply
Please send a 2 Paged CV and your Cover Letter expressing your interest and qualifications to recruit@victoryfarmskenya.com. Indicate the Job Title as the email subject –Warehouse Implementation Lead.
