Warehouse Branch Manager

About the role

A well-established distribution company in Kent, WA is seeking a Warehouse Branch Manager to oversee daily warehouse and distribution center operations. This position offers potential for career growth in a stable and expanding company.

Responsibilities

• Control and manage inventory with 99% accuracy
• Enforce company rules, regulations, policies, and procedures with HR support
• Ensure orders arrive on-time with correct quantities
• Implement continuous improvement and cost-reduction projects
• Develop and improve warehouse team performance
• Maintain strong customer relationships
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local warehousing, material handling, and shipping requirements
• Manage all warehouse operations, including receipt, coordination, and safety of goods
• Schedule and assign team members
• Lead teambuilding and motivation of warehouse staff with HR assistance
• Select, orient, train, appraise, coach, counsel, mentor, and discipline employees with HR support
• Perform general inspections of warehouse equipment
• Manage P&L responsibilities and remote staff (site coordinators)
• Oversee LTL/TL and small parcel shipping, safety programs, and ISO 9001 compliance

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in warehouse operations or distribution management
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree
• Preferred: Lean or Six Sigma experience
• Must be willing to drive a company truck when needed

Skills

• Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and Microsoft Teams
• Experience with Epicor, WMS, and Customer TMS transportation portals
• Ability to drive change and continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong delegation skills to maximize employee potential
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from internal and external stakeholders
• Proficiency in gathering data, compiling information, and preparing reports
• Ability to organize resources and establish priorities
• Certification to operate powered industrial lift trucks
• Ability to work in a team environment and build positive working relationships
• Self-directed with high personal organization and drive
• Customer-focused attitude with excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy while meeting deadlines
• Flexibility to adapt to changing job requirements
• Working knowledge of warehouse processes, policies, and procedures
• Experience with VMI and managing remote staff

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) option
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Life insurance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees
• Casual work environment
• Positive, team-oriented culture

Pay

$82,000 to $92,000 per year

Schedule

1st shift, Monday – Friday