Warehouse Manager

Warehouse Manager

Position Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Warehouse Manager to lead day-to-day warehouse and distribution operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, inventory accuracy, and exceptional service delivery. This role is responsible for overseeing warehouse staff, fleet coordination, inventory control, shipping/receiving, and operational processes while driving productivity and maintaining compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate is a strong operational leader who thrives in a fast-paced distribution environment, leads by example, and brings a continuous improvement mindset.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse Operations & Distribution

• Oversee all daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, order fulfillment, shipping, and deliveries
• Ensure merchandise is received, stored, and distributed accurately and efficiently
• Supervise routing, loading, and delivery preparation to meet customer expectations and delivery timelines
• Manage inter-company inventory transfers and associated documentation
• Maintain warehouse organization and optimize layout for operational efficiency
• Resolve delivery and service-related issues quickly and professionally

Inventory Management

• Lead inventory control processes, including cycle counts, audits, reconciliations, and transaction accuracy
• Monitor back orders and maintain appropriate documentation
• Ensure inventory integrity and minimize shrinkage
• Evaluate inventory processes and implement improvements where needed

Team Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse personnel and supervisory staff
• Set clear performance expectations and hold team members accountable
• Conduct regular team meetings, safety meetings, and performance discussions
• Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment focused on service, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Assist with hiring, training, scheduling, and employee development

Fleet & Safety Management

• Oversee company delivery vehicles, including preventive maintenance scheduling and regulatory compliance
• Ensure forklift and delivery operators maintain required certifications and operate safely
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, DOT, and company safety standards
• Conduct regular safety inspections and proactively address unsafe conditions
• Maintain warehouse security and minimize operational risk

Operational Performance

• Manage department performance against service, efficiency, and budget goals
• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement operational enhancements
• Coordinate cross-functionally with internal teams to support business objectives
• Maintain accurate operational records, reports, and compliance documentation

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• 3 years of warehouse leadership or distribution management experience preferred
• Experience in wholesale distribution strongly preferred
• Prior inventory control and logistics management experience required
• Supervisory or team leadership experience required
• Product knowledge within HVAC, plumbing, building materials, or industrial distribution is a plus
• Strong understanding of warehouse safety practices, inventory systems, and operational workflows
• Experience managing delivery fleet operations preferred

Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• High attention to detail and operational accuracy
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to communicate effectively across teams and leadership levels
• Hands-on leadership style with willingness to jump in when needed
• Customer-service mindset with a focus on execution

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, squat, and move throughout the warehouse for extended periods
• Ability to work in warehouse environments with fluctuating temperatures and indoor/outdoor conditions