Warehouse Manager

About the Role

The primary objective of the Warehouse Manager is to meet and exceed targets by managing and driving operational performance and developing a reliable, sustainable team. This position is a premier role within the organization and is responsible for managing warehouse operations as we continue to grow.

Responsibilities

• Establish specific proactive initiatives to maintain seamless flow of material in and out, which is a backbone of success for our company.
• Ensure operations sustain performance in line with the business objectives and annual budgeting.
• Establish warehousing strategies and policies governing the receipt, storage, and distribution of materials, equipment, and/or supplies.
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• Drive high performance for key performance metrics: Inventory accuracy, warehouse productivity, quality standards, and optimal space utilization.
• Provide continual evaluation of all processes & procedures needed to meet or exceed business objectives, champion continuous improvement activity within the branch.
• Analyze existing processes and workflows, identify problems or bottlenecks, and account for variances.
• Improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the workforce through current technology, training, process improvement, and application of best practices.
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure inventory is kept at minimum levels and jobs are not postponed or cancelled due to avoidable stock outages.
• Work alongside Department Leaders to ensure smooth workflow between organizational functions, good communication, and good handoff from function to function.
• Lead and coach staff by providing support, facilitating performance management, cultivating a positive culture & environment, and driving business initiatives.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to assess leadership and organizational capabilities necessary to achieve annual and longer-term objectives, including talent development, bench strength, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Create and plan headcount needs based on labor, cost, and budget.
• Evaluate effectiveness of safety programs and recommend methods to increase quality standards.
• Develop a strong safety culture by establishing proactive safety measures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company guidelines, policies, and procedures, and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Supervise warehouse staff.

Requirements

• 5+ years Management experience successfully managing warehouse operations.
• Subject matter expert in quality and operational controls, process improvement, organization and operations flow design, and systems.
• Excellent leadership skills to balance objectives of a great team member experience and customer experience.
• Subscribes to a management style that embraces a hands-on approach to success.
• Proven ability to implement process improvements.
• Competence to process complex processes and manage several initiatives effectively.
• High level of problem-solving skills.

Physical Demands

Must possess the ability to stand for long periods of time; to reach with hands and arms; to move among warehouse; to handle mail and documents; to sit, stoop, kneel and crouch; to lift and move up to 50 pounds; to see well enough to discern differences in quality of documents and files.

Work Environment

General working conditions in a warehouse environment. May have to meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Time Off
• 401(k) Plan with company matching

ADG is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.