Warehouse Manager

JOB TITLE: Warehouse Manager

EMPLOYER: AutoFit

DEPARTMENT: Warehouse

REPORTS TO: Store Manager

WAREHOUSE MANAGER SUMMARY: Manages and coordinates all warehouse activities, operations, and staff to ensure conformance to established procedures; implements practices that improve the effectiveness and financial performance of the supply chain.

WAREHOUSE MANAGER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages all warehouse activities in support of manufacturing operations, including but not limited to receiving, storing, picking, and shipping materials.
• Reviews analyzes, modifies, and implements efficient and effective department processes, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains strict inventory control.
• Ensures accurate and timely shipments and receipts.
• Enforces established safety guidelines; and promotes a safe workplace.
• Maintains accurate records and metrics; audits as necessary.
• Performs quarterly and/or annual physical inventories; provides inventory reports.
• Processes returned, rejected, and obsolete parts.
• Establishes and maintains professional communication with vendors.
• Develops, implements, and monitors department budget; manages expenses within approved budget constraints.
• Identifies, documents, and implements opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all operating systems pertaining to the work area.
• Hires, trains, supervises, motivates, and develops warehouse staff; manages schedules and workflow.
• Assigns duties and monitors the quality of work; assures staff conforms to organizational policies and procedures and government regulations.
• Provides day-to-day guidance and oversight of subordinates; actively works to promote and recognize performance.
• Keeps up to date on the overall activities of the team, identifying problem areas and taking corrective actions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly supervises six employees within the six department(s).
• Indirectly supervises 30 employees within one department(s).
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies 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.

WAREHOUSE MANAGER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) in a related field or equivalent
• At least four years of related experience or equivalent.
• Strong inventory control skills.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations best practices.
• Knowledge of operating forklift, order selector, pallet jack, tow motor, pull cart, ladder, telephone, copier, fax machine, computer, and Microsoft Office software.
• Demonstrated proficiency in supervising and motivating subordinates
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Basic competence in subordinates’ duties and tasks
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees
• Proven leadership and business acumen skills
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.
• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Bilingual skills are a plus.
• Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions
• Ability to perform the physical labor necessary
• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.

WAREHOUSE MANAGER COMPETENCIES:

• Project Management--Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
• Change Management—Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results
• Delegation--Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
• Managing People--Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating, and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products, and services; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
• Quality Management--Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

WAREHOUSE MANAGER PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• Continually required to stand
• Continually required to walk
• Occasionally required to sit
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Continually required to talk or hear
• Continually utilize visual acuity to use a keyboard
• Continually required to lift/push/carry up to 100 pounds
• Continually exposed to humid conditions (non-weather)
• Continually work in high, precarious places
• Occasionally exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs and withstand heights of more than 15 feet.

WAREHOUSE MANAGER JOB TYPE:

WAREHOUSE MANAGER SCHEDULE:

• Store Hours: Monday-Friday 8 AM-5:30 PM, Saturday 8 AM-3 PM
• Require working Saturdays.

WAREHOUSE MANAGER PAY: 

WAREHOUSE MANAGER BENEFITS:

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Accident Emergency Treatment Benefit
• PTO, sick days, and vacation days
• 401K