Inventory & Warehouse Manager

ZipRecruiter; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Warehouse Manager in Layton, Utah. The successful candidate will lead warehouse teams, implement safety protocols, and manage inventory systems, ensuring adherence to all regulatory standards. This role requires strong leadership and project management skills, along with a Bachelor’s Degree and 4-5+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 4-5+ years of experience in warehouse management.
• Forklift certification strongly preferred.
• Ability to motivate and manage a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop warehouse and inventory control teams.
• Implement safety protocols and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Manage inventory tracking systems and create reports.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Detail-oriented

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Kaban systems

MRP systems

Job description

Job Description

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop warehouse and inventory control teams, assign tasks, and ensure efficient daily operations.
• Develop and implement safety protocols to prevent incidents and maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure adherence to all OSHA, GMP, FDA, and other regulatory standards.
• Develop, maintain, and deliver department KPIs and updates to management.
• Manage inventory tracking systems to record receipts and shipments.
• Utilize MRP systems, batch reconciliation, and cycle count processes to ensure inventory data accuracy.
• Use inventory reports to identify excess or obsolete inventory.
• Manage the disposition of excess or obsolete inventory.
• Document daily shipments and deliveries to replenish inventory.
• Create detailed reports for adjustments, inventory operations, and stock levels.
• Evaluate finished goods inventory to ensure readiness for shipment.
• Ensure regular attendance and punctuality of direct reports.
• Hire and train new warehouse and inventory employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 4-5+ years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Forklift certification strongly preferred.
• Strong ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of Kaban systems highly preferred.
• Possess project management skills.
• Ability to motivate and effectively manage a team.
• Ability to read and interpret operating statements and P&L statements.
• Understanding of how to positively impact a P&L statement.
• Strong understanding of inventory management.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Extremely detail-oriented.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities.
• Proficiency in Spanish (bilingual preferred).
• Familiarity with computer use, internet research, and computer-assisted tools.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and basic warehouse safety standards.
• Reliable transportation required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: The role involves working in various warehouse settings with truck docks. The environment is fast-paced, with constant movement of inventory and forklifts. Ability to travel between multiple warehouses on-site and communicate effectively with upper management about product locations and counts is essential.