What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Manager position at Bluegrass Supply Chain?
Description
Warehouse Manager
Russellville, KY
About Us
Bluegrass Supply Chain is committed to creating a dynamic work environment and offering rewarding career paths for our team members. We provide a comprehensive range of value-added warehousing and transportation management services designed to boost operational efficiency. Our mission extends beyond supporting our partners’ success—we aim to empower our employees through professional growth, skill development, and opportunities for career advancement.
Why Join Us?
With Bluegrass, you are not just an employee—you are a valued member of an innovative and supportive team. We invest in our people by fostering a positive work culture, offering competitive benefits, and providing diverse opportunities for learning and career growth. Whether you are starting your career or looking to advance, we offer multiple pathways to expand your expertise in supply chain management, logistics, technology, and leadership.
Role Overview
The Warehouse Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of the warehouse, ensuring efficient, organized, and safe storage and movement of goods. This role involves overseeing inventory management, supervising warehouse staff, coordinating shipments, and ensuring all policies and procedures are followed. The Warehouse Manager will also implement strategies to improve productivity, maintain high levels of accuracy in inventory control, and provide a safe working environment.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
- Recruit, train, and supervise warehouse staff, including warehouse associates, forklift operators, and pickers.
- Assign daily tasks and monitor performance to ensure productivity and quality standards are met.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and manage periodic stock counts.
- Oversee all warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, inventory management, and order fulfillment.
- Implement and monitor systems to ensure accurate inventory tracking and control.
- Ensure efficient use of warehouse space and recommend layout improvements for optimization.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and create a safe working environment.
- Conduct safety inspections, train staff on safe practices, and ensure adherence to safety policies.
- Maintain warehouse equipment and conduct routine maintenance checks.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or related field (preferred).
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in warehouse management or a similar role.
- Must be able to be forklift certified.
- Experience operating Heavy Forklifts strongly preferred.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
- Proficiency in warehouse management software (WMS) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge of inventory management, logistics, and shipping/receiving processes.
- Understanding of health and safety regulations and protocols.
Bluegrass Supply Chain is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.