Jobs · Management · Illinois

Warehouse Operations Manager

Champro · Bannockburn, IL · 3 days ago
On-siteManagementFull-time

About the role

The Warehouse Operations Manager oversees all aspects of warehouse operations, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and compliance with safety and quality standards. This role leads a large team of front-line employees and supervisors, managing inventory, order fulfillment, key account relationships, scheduling, and process optimization.

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping.
  • Lead, train, and supervise warehouse staff and supervisors—overseeing scheduling, performance management, and adherence to safety standards.
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve warehouse systems, workflows, and processes to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
  • Oversee inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and resolving discrepancies or shortages promptly.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as Quality Control, Sales, and Customer Service to ensure seamless operations and customer satisfaction.
  • Enforce company and regulatory safety standards, fostering a culture of safety and compliance.
  • Analyze operational data, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and prepare regular reports for senior leadership.
  • Ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness of warehouse facilities and equipment.
  • Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve operational challenges and process bottlenecks.
  • Collaborate with sales partners to manage key accounts.
  • Oversee the returns department to ensure timely and accurate processing.
  • Champion continuous improvement using Lean and 6S methodologies.
  • Manage and support cross-departmental projects that enhance operational efficiency.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in warehouse operations, with at least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
  • Proven ability to lead teams and drive performance in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience in distribution or logistics preferred.
  • Working knowledge of shipping logistics and inventory management systems.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data entry software.
  • Experience with SAP, WMS, RF systems, or related tools preferred.
  • OSHA certification or strong understanding of workplace safety standards a plus.
  • Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic work environment; ability to cover multiple shifts as needed.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact effectively with team members, leadership, and customers.
  • Bilingual in Spanish a plus.

Qualifications

  • Proven leadership and management experience.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills.
  • Experience in warehouse operations and logistics.
  • Ability to enforce safety standards and foster a safe work environment.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Adaptability to a dynamic work environment.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and data entry software.
  • Knowledge of SAP, WMS, RF systems, or similar tools.
  • OSHA certification or equivalent safety training.
  • Bilingual in Spanish.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401K, profit sharing, paid time off, holidays, and reimbursement for gym memberships. We also provide a collaborative work environment where we strive to exceed our customers' expectations and are committed to equal opportunity employment.

Pay

TBD based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

10am-7pm.

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