Warehouse Operations Manager – New Jersey

Location: New Jersey, USA Employment Type: Full-Time Position Level: Management / Founding Team Member Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Warehouse Operations Manager to lead the establishment and development of our New Jersey warehouse operations from the ground up. As the first key employee at our New Jersey warehouse, you will be responsible for initial project setup, operational planning, team building, and overall warehouse management. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership, project coordination, and hands-on warehouse management experience. Key Responsibilities 1. Warehouse Setup & Development Lead the initial establishment of the New Jersey warehouse, including facility planning, equipment preparation, operational systems, and SOP development. 2. Daily Warehouse Operations Oversee daily warehouse activities, including receiving, storage, inventory management, picking, packing, shipping, and returns. Ensure efficient and accurate warehouse operations. 3. Team Building & Management Recruit, train, and manage the initial warehouse team. Establish job responsibilities, shift schedules, performance standards, and workforce management procedures. 4. Logistics & Customer Coordination Coordinate with trucking companies, freight forwarders, suppliers, and customers to ensure smooth inbound and outbound logistics operations and quality customer service. 5. Cost Control & Performance Management Manage warehouse operating budgets, labor and facility costs, and operational KPIs. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and overall profitability. 6. Safety & Compliance Establish warehouse safety procedures and ensure compliance with applicable OSHA requirements and local regulations. Qualifications & Requirements Minimum 3 years of experience in warehouse management, distribution, fulfillment, or logistics operations. Experience in warehouse setup, project launch, or independent warehouse operations is highly preferred. Strong knowledge of warehouse processes, inventory control, WMS systems, and logistics coordination. Experience in recruiting, training, and managing warehouse personnel. Ability to independently establish SOPs, operational systems, staffing plans, and cost-control procedures. Strong leadership, project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with OSHA requirements and warehouse safety management. Experience working with trucking companies, freight forwarders, or third-party logistics providers is preferred. Mandarin Chinese and English bilingual proficiency is preferred. What We Offer An opportunity to lead and build a New Jersey warehouse operation from the ground up. Direct involvement in initial project planning and operational decision-making. Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications. Long-term career growth into senior operations management. Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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