Area Manager- E-commerce-Wed-Sat, Night Shift

ID Logistics US; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Sick time

Corporate holidays

Insurance

401(k) matching

Vision insurance

Job summary

ID Logistics US is seeking an Area Manager to lead a team on the warehouse floor, ensuring safe, efficient operations and exceptional customer service. The role blends hands-on leadership with data‑driven decision making to optimize workflows and productivity in a fast‑paced fulfillment environment.

The Area Manager will coach associates, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvement while upholding GMPs and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of leadership experience in warehouse, distribution, or e‑commerce operations.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and data‑driven process improvement.
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and operational leadership experience.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to lead during peak volume periods and drive improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations within inbound, outbound, fulfillment, or distribution functions to ensure safe, efficient execution.
• Drive performance against metrics: safety, quality, productivity, cost, throughput, labor utilization, and on‑time delivery.
• Coach and develop front‑line associates and team leads to foster accountability and continuous learning.
• Conduct daily shift huddles, floor walks, and reviews to communicate priorities and risks.
• Monitor staffing and labor allocation to optimize performance during peak periods.
• Partner with Operations Managers, Engineering, and Continuous Improvement teams to drive productivity gains.

Skills

Leadership experience

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

WMS

Labor management tools

Job description

About Us: ID Logistics (IDL), a global leader in third-party logistics, combines entrepreneurial spirit with a dedication to operational excellence. We were founded in Orgon, France, and have a US base in Scranton, PA. We accelerated growth in 2022 after merging with Kane Logistics just three years prior. Now operating as ID Logistics US, we provide comprehensive supply chain solutions across 50+ sites, powered by over 7,000 team members within the United States. With a global workforce of over 38,000 experts and 84 million square feet of facilities across over 400 sites, we're transforming logistics--and this is just the beginning!

Position Overview

The Area Manager is responsible for leading and developing a team of front-line associates and team leads while driving operational excellence within assigned warehouse functions in a fast-paced fulfillment and distribution environment. This role owns daily execution of safety, quality, productivity, and customer service objectives, ensuring operational goals are consistently achieved while fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.

The Area Manager serves as a hands‑on leader who spends significant time on the warehouse floor coaching teams, monitoring performance, removing barriers, and driving process adherence. This individual leverages data, operational metrics, and problem‑solving skills to optimize workflows, improve productivity, and deliver a best‑in‑class customer experience.

The ideal candidate thrives in a high‑volume fulfillment environment, demonstrates strong leadership capabilities, and has experience supporting e‑commerce, omnichannel, or direct‑to‑consumer (DTC) operations where speed, accuracy, and customer satisfaction are critical. This individual is passionate about developing talent while delivering measurable business results through data‑driven decision‑making and continuous improvement.

This position follows all corporate and site‑specific Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and actively promotes a strong safety and compliance culture.

Work Location

Henrico, VA

Work Schedule

Wed-Sat | 7:00 PM - 5:30 AM

Compensation/Benefits

Attractive annual salary of $63,000-75,000 plus bonus opportunity, with benefits including PTO, sick time, corporate holidays, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and more. Compensation is based on experience, skills, and education.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily operations within assigned inbound, outbound, fulfillment, or distribution functions to ensure safe, efficient, and customer‑focused execution
• Drive performance against key operational metrics including safety, quality, productivity, cost, throughput, labor utilization, and on‑time customer delivery
• Lead operations within a fast‑paced e‑commerce and fulfillment environment, ensuring customer orders are processed accurately, efficiently, and on time while meeting service‑level agreements (SLAs)
• Manage, coach, and develop front‑line associates and team leads, creating a high‑performance culture focused on accountability, engagement, and continuous learning
• Conduct daily shift huddles, floor walks, and operational reviews to communicate priorities, identify risks, and ensure execution of standard work
• Monitor workflow, staffing plans, and labor allocation to optimize operational performance and support changing business demands during peak and ramp periods
• Utilize data and performance metrics to identify opportunities, investigate root causes, eliminate process bottlenecks, and implement sustainable corrective actions
• Partner with Operations Managers, Industrial Engineering, and Continuous Improvement teams to drive productivity gains, process standardization, and operational excellence initiatives
• Champion a safety‑first culture by ensuring compliance with all company policies, safety standards, GMP requirements, and regulatory guidelines
• Support talent development through coaching, performance management, succession planning, and leadership development activities
• Drive associate engagement by fostering an inclusive work environment that encourages collaboration, recognition, and continuous improvement
• Lead execution during peak volume periods, operational ramp‑ups, and new customer implementations while maintaining service and productivity expectations
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Human Resources, Safety, Maintenance, Quality, and Site Leadership teams to resolve issues and improve overall site performance
• Serve as an escalation point for operational challenges and take ownership of delivering timely, effective solutions that support customer commitments
• Promote a culture of operational discipline, customer obsession, and continuous improvement throughout the shift

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in a high‑volume e‑commerce, omnichannel, direct‑to‑consumer (DTC), retail distribution, or fulfillment center environment
• Experience managing operational metrics such as productivity, throughput, order cycle time, quality, labor utilization, and customer service performance
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), labor management tools, and data‑driven process improvement initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to lead through peak volume periods, rapid growth, and changing customer demands
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills with the ability to translate data into actionable results
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and operational leadership experience

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• 2-5+ years of leadership experience in warehouse, distribution, fulfillment, logistics, manufacturing, or e‑commerce operations
• Experience leading hourly associates in a fast‑paced, metrics‑driven environment
• Strong understanding of operational KPIs, labor productivity, quality, safety, and customer service metrics
• Proven ability to lead teams, drive accountability, and deliver operational results
• Experience with process improvement, root cause analysis, and standard work
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 3PL experience