Job overview

The Warehouse Manager is a hands-on operational leader who balances high-level supply chain strategy with strong daily floor execution. This role oversees SAP processing, personnel supervision, warehouse fleet maintenance, and the continuous optimization of the physical warehouse layout to maximize space utilization, material flow, safety, and inventory accuracy. A key focus is leading the transition to a more modern, technology-enabled warehouse environment, including enhanced scanning systems, improved traceability, and streamlined material handling processes. As the primary liaison between Sales, Production, and global carriers, the Warehouse Manager ensures materials move seamlessly, accurately, and cost-effectively while maintaining alignment with IATF standards. We are seeking a decisive leader who combines ERP discipline with strong floor presence and has experience supporting or driving warehouse modernization initiatives that elevate both systems and team performance.

Responsibilities

Supervise and manage direct warehouse personnel.
Design, implement, and continuously improve warehouse layout to optimize material flow, storage density, labor efficiency, and safety
Manage off-site warehouse and place re-stock orders.
Develop standardized location systems and visual management tools to improve picking accuracy and inventory traceability.
Meet cost, productivity, accuracy, and timeliness targets.
Managing annual budget and forecasting.
Purchasing and management of fleet of lifts
Responsible for warehouse layout, stock locations, and cleanliness.
Responsible for forklift check sheets and maintenance logs along with coordination of any repairs.
Implements maintenance programs for all lifts
Receive all direct and indirect materials physically and in SAP including the generation of labels as required.
Coordination of stored dunnage
Contact freight companies and generate any specific paperwork required to complete the outgoing shipments.
Update customer specific websites as required to complete the shipping process.
Ensure that outgoing shipment BOL’s and delivery notes into profile.
Manage packaging stock levels and re-order as required and in collaboration with
Stock production areas with the correct materials to support upcoming schedules.
Communicate directly with the LGC’s and MFM’s to coordinate daily shipping operations.
Maintenance and management of all dock plates and doors
Provide single point of communication with the freight companies for all incoming and outgoing shipment information.
Support and participate in Annual Physical Inventory.
Support the approval of freight bills and assigning them to the correct cost center.
Participating in internal audits
Following International Automotive Task Force quality standards – IATF 16949
Team Work – training employees and assisting others with more difficult tasks
Following Internal Quality Issues procedure – IQI
Ensure First in – First out
Follow safety rules and policies
Housekeeping – maintain a clean and safe work area
Other duties assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Logistics (relevant work experience may be substituted for a formal degree). And 5 to 10 years of progressive experience in warehouse management or logistics.

Skills, knowledge, and abilities

Proficiency in MS Office & ERP/MRP experience
Shipping/transportation experience, forklift driving strongly preferred
Hands-on capabilities and experience in controlling inventory
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
Clear and professional communication skills
Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills
Self-motivated and detail-focused
Problem-solving mindset with basic technical aptitude
Adaptable and eager to learn
Attendance and punctuality

Work Environment: Exposure to manufacturing areas (noise, machinery, and moving parts) which require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection and slip resistant safety toe shoes.

Physical requirements

Prolonged periods Lifting and carrying up to 35 lbs. other lifting assisted by crane
Pushing and Pulling up to 60 lbs. using material handling equipment
Constant standing, walking, handling and using fingers
Frequent bending, reaching outward and reaching above shoulders
Occasional climbing, crawling, squatting, kneeling, working from heights and working in narrow spaces

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