What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Administrator position at Forward?
Position: Warehouse Administrator
Job Description:
The Warehouse Administrator is responsible for managing administrative tasks within the warehouse, ensuring smooth operations, accurate record-keeping, and effective communication between departments. This role supports warehouse staff, monitors inventory, and maintains compliance with company policies and safety regulations.
Core Responsibilities & Duties:
- Maintain accurate records of inventory, shipments, and warehouse transactions.
- Process incoming and outgoing orders, ensuring timely and accurate documentation.
- Coordinate with suppliers, logistics partners, and internal teams for efficient warehouse operations.
- Track inventory levels and report discrepancies to management.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Assist in scheduling deliveries, managing logistics paperwork, and optimizing warehouse workflows.
- Support warehouse staff with administrative needs, including data entry, filing, and correspondence.
- Monitor warehouse equipment and supplies, coordinating maintenance and restocking as needed.
- Prepare reports related to warehouse performance, stock levels, and shipments.
- Address and resolve any administrative issues affecting warehouse operations.
- Warehouse Management System experience (SAP, RF Scanners)
- Help Process daily shipments via common carrier, integrator and freight forwarder
- Data Entry
- Forklift, Reach Truck, Order picker experience preferred
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, or a related field preferred.
- 2 years of experience in warehouse administration or a similar role.
- Proficiency in inventory management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Familiarity with logistics and warehouse safety procedures is a plus.
Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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