Book Fair Warehouse Operations Manager

SI Scholastic Inc.; La Vista (NE); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Scholastic Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Branch Manager in Nebraska to lead small- and medium-sized distribution centers and drive operational Excellence.

You will plan budgets, supervise drivers and warehouse staff, and coordinate production and delivery processes to maximize efficiency and profitability. The role requires 5+ years of frontline operations management experience in distribution settings, with strong focus on inventory control, fleet management, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Management, Business, Transportation, or Operations related curriculum preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of proven front-line management experience in operations for a manufacturing or distribution company.
• Demonstrated capability to manage a high quality, efficient and cost-effective operations a must.
• Facilities management experience preferred.
• Inventory management experience preferred.
• Fleet/Logistics management a plus.
• Inventory control experience with hands-on management of warehouse products, supplies and goods.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, direct and execute day-to-day operational activities of small and medium-sized distribution centers.
• Evaluate operations to ensure adherence to company standards and policies and optimize performance.
• Plan and prepare annual budget for Branch unit; manage operating costs and branch profitability.
• Implement operational efficiency improvements and capacity planning to meet financial goals.
• Oversee production management system to ensure daily plans are generated, implemented and completed.
• Oversee driver routing and fleet operations to ensure timely deliveries and controlled labor costs.
• Ensure safety, insurance, and regulatory records are maintained and reporting is timely.
• Direct hiring, training, development, and evaluation of drivers and warehouse staff.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Budgeting

Logistics

People management

Education

BA/BS in Management/Business/Operations

Tools

Inventory management systems

Fleet management software

Production management system

Job description

Scholastic Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Branch Manager in Nebraska to lead small- and medium-sized distribution centers and drive operational Excellence.

You will plan budgets, supervise drivers and warehouse staff, and coordinate production and delivery processes to maximize efficiency and profitability. The role requires 5+ years of frontline operations management experience in distribution settings, with strong focus on inventory control, fleet management, and safety compliance.