Warehouse Manager

TITLE: Warehouse Manager 

LOCATION: Based in the Home Office in Raleigh, NC 

REPORTS TO: OPEN 

FLSA STATUS: Exempt 

SUMMARY: Responsible for the overall operation of the Warehouse facility. Includes ensuring proper procedures are followed, managing multiple packing lines for sweet potatoes, other varieties of potatoes, and onions. Ensuring a safe and efficient facility to package and store potatoes and onions. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Manages and makes all decisions around the packing line including enforcement of company policies and procedures 
• Supervises all warehouse personnel in addition to packing, Shipping/Receiving, maintenance, cleaning 
• Coordinates the packing schedule with product managers 
• Responsible for finances of the warehouse operations, most importantly managing labor costs, followed by material and all other costs involved in operations 
• Generating consistent reporting methods and daily awareness of including but not limited to packages per day, cost per package, labor reports and cost per package, and dump reports. 
• Monitors product inventory accuracy 
• Ensures accurate accounting of every package received and shipped 
• Understanding of P & L and cost analysis and participation in the process as required 
• Enforces procedures that create the optimal handling of the product to prevent damage and maximize production 
• Supervises maintenance and service approval of the packing line to ensure the warehouse follows standard food safety practices and required certifications 
• Works directly with Quality Control (QC) and sales to ensure effective communication related to packing and repacking 
• Manages equipment including rentals, maintenance, and repairs 
• Follow food safety guidelines diligently to prevent any possible contamination of the product 
• Following all safety procedures to prevent injury to employees or jeopardizing their health 

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES: 

• Basic knowledge of MS Office software programs, including Excel and Outlook 
• Famous knowledge a plus - not required 
• Ability to read and create reports and spreadsheets 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills required 
• Bilingual ability (English / Spanish) preferred 

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent required 
• 3 years of management and produce experience preferred 
• 2 years packing / warehouse experience preferred 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions 
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• The employee may occasionally need to lift and / or move up to 40 pounds 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly sits; uses hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talks or hears 
• The employee may frequently reach with hands and arms 
• The employee will stand and walk 50% - 75% of the time 

CORE COMPETENCIES AND BEHAVIORS 

Team Oriented 

• Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others 
• Is approachable and open to different opinions and feedback 
• Earns the confidence, trust, and respect of others 

Communication  

• Communicates in an open and honest way 
• Builds consensus – solicits input and discusses options with people affected before making decisions 
• Keeps others informed, communicates expectations, and shares information 
• Listens actively to external and internal customers, while understanding others’ views and needs 

Values Driven  

• Supports, promotes, and models the values of L&M (Service, Integrity, and Relationships) 
• Balances entrepreneurial spirit with the needs of others and the vision of the company 
• Shows a strong work ethic and commitment to L&M 

Customer Focus 

• Treats customers as business partners 
• Listens actively to external and internal customers 
• Constantly looks for better ways to service customers 

Leading Others 

• Provides direction, honest and timely feedback 
• Effectively delegates to employees 
• Meets with employees frequently to focus priorities, create, and discuss current and future projects and goals