What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Manager position at Blake Equipment?
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Responsible for maintenance of inventory and supplies within the Branch including but not limited to; receiving, storing, and shipping; securing warehouse; supervising shipping/receiving staff and truck drivers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides professional level support to customers on product information related to functionality, performance, and price; As applicable, manages the order process in a professional manner; Provides accurate information for documenting customer orders; Applies advanced level product knowledge to assist customers; Accurately processes payments for purchases; Greets and assists incoming customers in a professional and timely manner; Maintain warehouse by organizing shelving, yard, and floor space; recommending improvements as needed; Maintain inventory accuracy by conducting or supervising daily cycle counts, reconciling variances and inputting data into ERP system; Assist in attaining Branch objectives by training, assigning, scheduling, and disciplining employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising job contributions; recommending compensation actions; adhering to policies and procedures; Meet warehouse operational standards by contributing warehouse information to strategic plans and reviews; implementing productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; identifying warehouse system improvements; Move inventory by scheduling materials to be moved to and from other warehouses when necessary; coordinating inventory transfers with other Branch locations; Ensure the security of the warehouse and yard by implementing and adhering to protocols established in cooperation with the Branch/Store Manager; Keep equipment in optimal condition by enforcing proper operation; troubleshooting breakdowns; requiring preventive maintenance; and calling for repairs, as needed; Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications and attending training sessions provided by vendors; Assist in maintenance of inventory control and cycle counts; working closely with the Purchasing Department and adhering to the guidelines set by the company; Performs, or supervises daily inventory shipping/receiving functions Performs other related duties as needed
Skills and Abilities: Highly effective supervisory skills and techniques; Knowledge of warehouse best practices; Ability to input, retrieve and analyze data; Hands-on commitment to getting the job done; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Proven ability to direct and coordinate operations; Strong organizational and time management skills; Ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form Ability to apply problem solving techniques to moderately complex issues
SICAL ACTIVITIES: While performing the functions of this job, the employee is: Regularly required to sit and to talk or hear; Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and to reach with hands and arms; Frequently required to stand or walk; Frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; Occasionally lift and/or move over 50 pounds; Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision
The company will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides professional level support to customers on product information related to functionality, performance, and price; As applicable, manages the order process in a professional manner; Provides accurate information for documenting customer orders; Applies advanced level product knowledge to assist customers; Accurately processes payments for purchases; Greets and assists incoming customers in a professional and timely manner; Maintain warehouse by organizing shelving, yard, and floor space; recommending improvements as needed; Maintain inventory accuracy by conducting or supervising daily cycle counts, reconciling variances and inputting data into ERP system; Assist in attaining Branch objectives by training, assigning, scheduling, and disciplining employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising job contributions; recommending compensation actions; adhering to policies and procedures; Meet warehouse operational standards by contributing warehouse information to strategic plans and reviews; implementing productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; identifying warehouse system improvements; Move inventory by scheduling materials to be moved to and from other warehouses when necessary; coordinating inventory transfers with other Branch locations; Ensure the security of the warehouse and yard by implementing and adhering to protocols established in cooperation with the Branch/Store Manager; Keep equipment in optimal condition by enforcing proper operation; troubleshooting breakdowns; requiring preventive maintenance; and calling for repairs, as needed; Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications and attending training sessions provided by vendors; Assist in maintenance of inventory control and cycle counts; working closely with the Purchasing Department and adhering to the guidelines set by the company; Performs, or supervises daily inventory shipping/receiving functions Performs other related duties as needed
Skills and Abilities: Highly effective supervisory skills and techniques; Knowledge of warehouse best practices; Ability to input, retrieve and analyze data; Hands-on commitment to getting the job done; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Proven ability to direct and coordinate operations; Strong organizational and time management skills; Ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form Ability to apply problem solving techniques to moderately complex issues
SICAL ACTIVITIES: While performing the functions of this job, the employee is: Regularly required to sit and to talk or hear; Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and to reach with hands and arms; Frequently required to stand or walk; Frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; Occasionally lift and/or move over 50 pounds; Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision
The company will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.