Warehouse Inventory Lead
BWT LogisticsThe 2nd Shift Warehouse Manager is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day warehouse operations within a fast-paced 3PL environment, ensuring accurate and timely receipt, storage, and fulfillment of client inventory. This role is accountable for leading a team of supervisors and associates, maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and productivity, and building strong relationships with 3P
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L clients. The ideal candidate brings deep logistics expertise, a data-driven mindset, and a passion for operational excellence.
Operations Management: Direct all inbound and outbound warehouse operations including receiving, put away, order picking, packing, and shipping. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as order accuracy, on-time shipment, inventory accuracy, and labor productivity. Manage labor planning including scheduling, overtime control, and temp staffing to align with client volume fluctuations.
Inventory Control: Maintain high inventory accuracy through cycle counting programs, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning. Partner with the WMS (Warehouse Management System) team to ensure system integrity, transactional accuracy, and process improvements. Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, shortages, and damages in a timely manner.
Collaborate with Account Management and Business Development teams to support onboarding of new clients and business opportunities. Recruit, hire, train, and develop a high-performing team of supervisors, leads, and warehouse associates. Conduct performance reviews, provide coaching and feedback, and manage disciplinary actions in alignment with HR policies.
Ensure strict adherence to OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and client-specific compliance requirements. Oversee proper operation and maintenance of material handling equipment (MHE) including forklifts, pallet jacks, and conveyor systems.
Financial & Continuous Improvement: Manage department budget including labor costs, supplies, and equipment maintenance; 5+ years of progressive warehouse or distribution center management experience, with at least 2 years in a 3PL environment. ~ Proven track record managing teams of 25+ employees across multiple shifts. ~ Strong proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS). ~ Solid understanding of inbound/outbound logistics, inventory management, and order fulfillment best practices. ~ Demonstrated experience managing client relationships and SLA delivery in a multi-client 3PL setting. ~ Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and warehouse safety standards. ~ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint); comfort with data analysis and reporting. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. APICS CSCP, CPIM, or equivalent supply chain certification.
Lean Six
Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher).
Experience with RF scanning, automation systems, or conveyor technology. Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred. This role operates primarily in a warehouse/distribution center environment.
The Warehouse
Manager must be available and flexible to support multi-shift operations, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs dictate.