Warehouse Manager

EP² provides complete power management systems for commercial and utility industries for power generation, transmission, and distribution. Through a culture of quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we empower our employees to grow their careers, solve complex challenges, and make an impact on the industries and communities we serve.

Even if you don't meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply and join us in shaping the future of power infrastructure.

Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a Warehouse Manager located in Des Moines, Iowa .

Responsible for leading warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory control, material management, and offsite storage. Ensures materials and products are stored, tracked, and delivered accurately and on time to support production schedules while partnering with Planning, Purchasing, Production, Project Management, and Logistics to optimize material flow and inventory availability.

What a Typical Day Looks Like

• Oversee shipping and receiving and the materials group.
• Conduct regular audits to reconcile physical inventory with system records.
• Analyze usage patterns and demand forecasts to optimize inventory levels.
• Collaborate with the procurement team to source and secure materials from suppliers.
• Managing the movement of material between external warehouses and the production facility.
• Identify opportunities to reduce material handling, touches, transportation, and storage costs.
• Improve warehouse space utilization and reduce congestion.
• Implement barcode scanning, inventory tracking, and other technologies to improve material visibility and transaction accuracy.
• Establish appropriate controls for high-value, critical, and customer-specific materials.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, procurement, quality control, and finance.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in the materials handling and storage areas.
• Partner closely with Planning & Scheduling to align material movement with production schedules.
• Work with Purchasing to resolve receiving discrepancies, supplier issues, and material shortages.
• Work with Production to ensure material is staged and available when required.
Communicate material constraints and warehouse capacity issues that could impact production or customer delivery.

The Experience We're Looking to Add to Our Team

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, operations, business, or a related field preferred
• 5 years of experience in warehouse, logistics, material management, manufacturing or supply chain operations
• 2 years of leadership or management experience
• Proven experience in materials management, warehouse management, logistics, or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management and material flow
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem solving skills
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard business applications
Experience with ERP/WMS or other inventory management systems

Physical Requirements

• Typically sits, grasps items, and performs keyboarding for the regular operation of a computer.
• Stand, walk, bend, reach, or otherwise move about regularly.
• Lift, move, or otherwise transfer items up to 30 lbs. occasionally.
Occasional exposure to typical manufacturing production physical hazards.

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What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

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EP² is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at EP², you must complete the application process first).