Put Away Manager

Put Away Manager Position Summary The Put Away Manager is responsible for overseeing all put-away operations within a high-volume food distribution warehouse. This role ensures inbound inventory is received, verified, accurately scanned into the Warehouse Management System (WMS), and efficiently moved into the correct storage locations to support warehouse productivity and customer service. The Put Away Manager leads warehouse associates and forklift operators while supporting inventory accuracy, food safety compliance, operational efficiency, and merchandising standards. This position serves as a critical link between Receiving, Inventory Control, Picking Operations, Transportation, and Purchasing to ensure seamless warehouse operations. The Put Away Manager reports directly to the Warehouse Manager and performs additional warehouse-related duties as assigned. Essential Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management Supervise, train, and develop a team of approximately 8–15 warehouse associates and forklift operators. Schedule labor based on inbound volume and operational requirements. Assign daily work and monitor employee productivity. Conduct ongoing coaching, training, and corrective actions as needed. Lead team meetings and communicate operational priorities. Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Receiving: Prioritize unloading and storage. Logistics: Act as a liaison between the Receiving department and Buyers to ensure proper flow of inbound orders. Inventory Placement & Put Away Operations Direct all put-away activities from receiving docks to warehouse storage locations. Ensure products are stored in designated warehouse locations according to slotting strategies and operational requirements. Maintain proper storage of refrigerated, frozen, produce, allergen, and dry goods products. Optimize warehouse space utilization and prevent inventory congestion. Coordinate urgent replenishments to support picking operations. Maintain adequate space for incoming inventory and ensure timely removal of product from receiving areas. Consolidate pallets and maintain organized warehouse storage areas. Inventory Accuracy & Warehouse Systems Verify products are accurately scanned and recorded in the Warehouse Management System (WMS). Minimize lost, misplaced, or damaged inventory. Support cycle counts, physical inventories, and audit activities. Monitor inventory locations to ensure accurate product availability. Utilize Outs Reports and inventory reports to prioritize replenishment activities. Holiday inventory planning and seasonal storage capacity Rack redesign recommendations Cash & Carry, Pick Area & Merchandising Ensure products remain fully stocked and available for customers and order selectors. Maintain proper product rotation and shelf presentation. Build and maintain displays, end caps, and promotional merchandising. Verify pricing tags, signage, and displayed products are accurate. Assist customers with locating products and resolving inventory discrepancies. Support loading customer orders when necessary. Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance Maintain FIFO (First In, First Out) and FEFO (First Expired, First Out) inventory practices. Ensure temperature-sensitive products are placed into proper storage immediately. Monitor product handling to prevent contamination and damage. Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, HACCP, company food safety programs, and all warehouse sanitation standards. Conduct regular inspections of product quality and storage conditions. Allergen safety Safety & Facility Management Enforce all company safety policies and procedures. Conduct safety observations and warehouse inspections. Provide equipment certification and operational training. Inspect and report facility damages, maintenance issues, and equipment concerns. Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas throughout assigned departments. Cross-Functional Coordination The Put Away Manager works c…

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