Job Description

Position Overview:

The Sr. Warehouse Manager oversees all aspects of materials receipt, storage, and distribution across multiple facilities. You will lead a team of warehouse associates, ensure accurate inventory control, and drive process improvements to support operational excellence and cost objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Warehouse & Inventory Management

  • Oversee daily warehouse operations and inventory control for multiple sites.

  • Supervise, coach, and train warehouse associates on proper material handling, storage procedures, and identification methods.

  • Prioritize incoming and outgoing shipments to meet business needs and maintain workflow efficiency.

  • Review Material Test Reports (MTRs) and maintain traceability of critical materials.

  • Execute 5S and other workplace organization activities to maintain a clean, safe environment.

• Safety & Compliance

  • Identify, report, and address all safety hazards within the warehouse.

  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as corporate policies for purchasing and subcontracting.

  • Maintain warehouse accessibility and safety standards to support sales and operations teams.

• Operational Excellence

  • Participate in Lean/Kaizen, Six Sigma Black Belt, and other continuous-improvement initiatives.

  • Perform regular metrics reporting and data analysis to identify bottlenecks, trends, and opportunities for process optimization.

  • Implement corrective actions to drive productivity gains, reduce waste, and decrease operational costs.

• Financial Management

  • Prepare and manage the annual warehouse budget—schedule expenditures, analyze variances, and recommend cost-control measures.

  • Monitor inventory valuation and turnover rates, identifying opportunities to improve working capital.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with procurement, quality, and logistics teams to streamline purchasing, receiving, and distribution processes.

  • Coordinate with sales and customer-service groups to ensure timely order fulfillment and accurate shipment tracking.

• Additional Duties

  • Handle special projects or assignments as required by leadership.

Job Skills:

• Strong ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating procedures, maintenance instructions, and technical manuals.

• Proven leadership skills: ability to manage, mentor, and develop a team of 3–15 employees.

• Deep understanding of inventory management principles and control systems (e.g., cycle counts, ABC analysis).

• Excellent written communication for preparing reports, correspondence, and performance metrics.

• Competence in negotiating contract terms and interpreting complex regulations or policies related to warehousing and logistics.

• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, or similar) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).

• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Education & Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.

• Working knowledge of INCOTERMS and international shipping regulations.

Minimum Requirements:

• 6+ years of warehouse management experience, preferably in a manufacturing or distribution environment.

• 6+ years of hands-on experience with factory or warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, and order fulfillment.

• Excellent command of the English language (written and verbal) for clear communication with internal teams and external partners.

• Proficiency with warehouse ERP systems and basic MS Office applications.

• Demonstrated experience with international shipping processes and documentation.

Preferred Requirements:

• Professional certification such as APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Project Management (PMP).

• Prior involvement in Lean or Six Sigma projects (e.g., Black Belt, Green Belt) within a warehouse or operations environment.