Director of Warehousing

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure building and employee safety through regular inspections, compliance, and training.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and adherence to 5S/Lean standards across all warehouse areas.
• Ensure inventory accuracy aligns with IQMS.
• Verify correct stacking methods and proper handling to maintain product quality.
• Eliminate unnecessary or obsolete inventory; monitor for overstocking or underutilized items.
• Manage daily transfers, receipts, and release of inventory in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensure 100% accuracy in order picking and outbound shipments.
• Drive on-time shipment performance and reduce customer pickup wait times.
• Maintain space utilization plans to optimize warehouse layout and flow.
• Eliminate incorrect loads or shipping errors through quality checks and process control.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), including shipping accuracy, order timeliness, inventory variances, and space efficiency.
• Sure all warehouse movements and system entries are completed with 100% accuracy.
• Lead and supervise warehouse staff and managers, ensuring proper training, attendance, and adherence to company policies.
• Plan for vacation or leave coverage to maintain operational continuity.
• Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in warehouse operations, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse systems (IQMS or similar WMS/ERP) and inventory control procedures.
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive performance through KPIs.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of shipping logistics, space planning, and lean warehouse principles.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification and knowledge of OSHA safety standards a plus.