Warehouse Manager

Virginia Tile Company – Lead With Purpose in a Culture That Supports Growth and Innovation

About Us
Virginia Tile Company is a respected, industry-leading wholesale distributor of residential and commercial tile products. In select markets, we also offer resilient flooring and woodworking materials. Since 1928, we’ve proudly served 14 states—and we’re still growing.

We foster a culture rooted in collaboration, innovation, service, and inspiration. At Virginia Tile, we’re Bringing Design to the Surface every day.
Learn more at: virginiatile.com

Position Overview

As a Warehouse Manager at our Des Moines, IA facility, you will oversee all branch-level logistics operations—ensuring safe, efficient, and accurate warehousing, receiving, distribution, and inventory control. This is a hands-on leadership role with the opportunity to make a direct impact on team performance, customer satisfaction, and continuous process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day warehouse and distribution operations at the branch level
• Ensure full compliance with safety protocols and internal policies
• Oversee receiving, shipping, inventory management, and storage of materials
• Maintain high standards for product handling, order accuracy, and customer will-call experience
• Conduct regular cycle counts and support inventory audits as needed
• Actively pursue process improvements to increase efficiency and inventory accuracy
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop warehouse team members
• Foster a strong team culture and provide ongoing coaching
• Collaborate with the Transportation Manager to ensure delivery staff compliance with DOT regulations and E-log policies
• Lead by example with a "player/coach" mindset and a hands-on leadership approach

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• 3 years of warehouse management or supply chain experience
• Strong understanding of how warehouse and distribution operations support overall customer experience
• Experience operating forklifts (must be physically able to lift 50 lbs regularly)
• Proven leadership and team-building capabilities
• Entrepreneurial attitude with a drive to improve, motivate, and lead
• Excellent organizational and communication skills

Why Virginia Tile?

• Affordable Medical Plans (PPO & HSA options)
• Dental and vision coverage
• Optional life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Optional pet insurance
• Employee discounts on tile and related products
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Supportive, people-first culture that values hard work, initiative, and recognition

Ready to lead from the front?
Apply today and help Virginia Tile continue building spaces—and careers—that stand the test of time.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Tell me about your previous warehouse experience and the size of the teams you’ve managed.
• This role often means working alone or with just one other person. How do you stay self-directed and motivated?
• Are you currently forklift certified? If not, are you comfortable operating one once trained?
• What does accountability mean to you in a small-team environment?
• This role requires travel between two locations each week. Are you comfortable with that?

Experience:

• Warehouse management: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Des Moines, IA 50325 (Required)

Work Location: In person