General Manager - Final Mile

Werner Enterprises; Garner (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability plans

Job summary

Werner Enterprises is seeking a White Glove Residential Delivery Manager to lead delivery operations for a major client in a fast-paced environment. You will supervise contracted teams and internal staff, align processes with client requirements, and drive exceptional customer experiences while safeguarding safety and compliance.

The role emphasizes leadership, KPI tracking, and development of warehouse personnel and partners to support an ongoing client relationship.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years in warehouse management, distribution or last-mile operations.
• Experience leading delivery teams and managing P&L for large clients.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities; OSHA/compliance awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead contracted delivery teams and internal staff to meet client goals.
• Monitor fulfillment, transportation, receiving and quality inspections.
• Ensure safe operations and regulatory compliance across the warehouse and transport.
• Coach and develop personnel; manage KPI reporting and performance.
• Collaborate with senior management to adapt operations for client needs.

Skills

Warehouse management

Leadership

Communication skills

Planning & scheduling

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Position: White Glove Residential Delivery Manager

Department: Transportation / Warehouse / White Glove Residential Delivery Operations / Final Mile

Job Type : Full-time

Warehouse Location : 1600 Garner Business Pk #100, Garner NC 27529

Schedule : 5:00am to 2:00pm / 5 days of Mon - Sat / Full Time

Industry : Transportation / Furniture Delivery and / or Assembly - Installation / White Glove

Account : Bob’s Discount Furniture

Job Summary:

The Delivery Operations Manager will report to Field Regional Delivery Operations Manager. The position will lead a team of contracted independent home delivery teams and associated internal employees in a fast-paced environment. Manages all facets of the operation, transportation, and home delivery operations, and ensures processes and communications are aligned to meet and exceed client requirements. Ensures positive customer experience and positive client partnership. Directs the development of all warehouse personnel and operations, as well as contracted delivery partners to support the client relationship.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic direction in order that all activities delivery operations align with the client’s goals and expectations.
• Ensure proper measuring and monitoring of the complete fulfillment cycle to meet and exceed client requirements-including transportation, receiving and quality inspections, return inventory management.
• Ensures a safe work environment and equipment operation in compliance with OSHA and other state and local fire and safety regulations.
• Support the enforcement of all government regulations related to the warehouse operations and transportation operation including but not limited to OSHA and other governmental agencies.
• Support policies and procedures for all maintenance activities.
• Support a culture of a team environment.
• Confers with senior management, reviews and analyzes activity, operating and forecast reports to determine whether modifications in operations are required.
• Support for the overall direction, coordination, motivation, and evaluation of direct reports.
• Establishes and directs a plan of personal development which will support the client’s requirements, and specifications.
• Effective manage KPI reporting
• 3-5 years effective in managing / home delivery / 3PL (third-party logistics) / Home Décor or Installations and P&L’s

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of warehouse processes, technology, order fulfillment to retail, transportation, and supply chain management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective organizational and planning skills including the ability to define a problem, collect data, determine root cause, and work to resolution with a team.
• Experience in a direct customer interaction role, with a solid background of managing work teams to meet client expectations.
• Proven leadership ability; demonstrated ability to build, mentor, train, grow and lead a team.
• Strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in warehouse management, distribution, and inventory control - preferably in big box consumer goods or last-mile distribution (3PL).
• Proven track record of successful warehouse management, for large clients with multi-year service agreements.
• Manage up 9+ (White Glove Furniture) Delivery Units per day / Contracted independent home delivery teams.
• 2-3 years effective in managing / home delivery / 3PL (third-party logistics) and P&L’s

Company Screening: Must successfully complete pre-employment testing / background / drug screening / physical exam.

Benefits : Full Time

We know benefits are critical and we are committed to offering comprehensive and affordable options for you and your loved ones. This position is eligible for benefits, which include medical, dental and vision plans. We also offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, paid time off, life insurance, disability plans and other optional supplemental coverage.

For a better understanding of the business review this link: https://finalmile.werner.com

Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant’s age.