Warehouse Manager
Nuage Designs · Chicago, IL · 3 mo ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
Duties & Responsibilities
- Own all warehouse execution including inbound unloading, picking, staging, loading, and put-away processes
- Ensure all inbound routes and vendor deliveries are unloaded, inspected, and accurately received into inventory
- Oversee daily warehouse activities including receiving, storage, and order preparation
- Maintain organized layout and efficient product flow
- Ensure all orders are picked, staged, and ready for dispatch on time
- Ensure all picking, staging, and loading processes meet accuracy and load securement standards
Inventory Management and Accuracy
- Ensure alignment between physical inventory (warehouse floor) and system inventory (WMS) through close coordination with the Inventory Manager
- Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts and audits
- Work in coordination with the Inventory Manager to maintain system accuracy and integrity
- Verify inbound shipments against manifests and purchase orders
- Absorb discrepancies and implement corrective actions
- Ensure proper handling and storage to minimize damage and loss
- Responsible for reducing product damage and loss through enforcement of proper handling techniques
Team Leadership and Staffing
- Hire, train, schedule, and supervise warehouse staff
- Set priorities and work alongside team to meet production goals
- Coach employees and manage performance including corrective action
Safety and Compliance
- Maintain safe work environment in compliance with OSHA standards
- Enforce proper equipment use and material handling practices
- Lead safety training and compliance adherence
Cordination with Logistics & Dispatch
- Partner with Logistics & Dispatch Manager to align warehouse execution with delivery schedules
- Ensure loads are accurate and ready for dispatch
- Maintain efficient staging and loading processes
- Communicate issues impacting delivery execution
- Maintain final responsibility for all outbound loads ensuring accuracy, product integrity, and proper securement for transit
Qualifications & Experience
- Hands-on experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) for inventory tracking, receiving, and order execution
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- 3–5 years warehouse or operations management experience
- Leadership experience in fast-paced environment
- Strong inventory control knowledge
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
Physical Requirements
- Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach throughout the workday
- Frequently required to lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 50 lbs unassisted; team lift required for items exceeding 50 lbs
- Ability to climb ladders and work at heights consistent with warehouse racking environments
- Must be able to operate powered industrial equipment including forklifts and pallet jacks
- Must be able to remain on feet for extended periods and move throughout a large warehouse facility
The Offer
Salary range: $-$, commensurate with experience.
Benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
401K with company match
PTO
Holiday Pay