Logistics & Warehouse Operations Lead

BGF Industries, Inc; Altavista (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BGF Industries is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to lead warehouse and logistics operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory movement and warehousing activities.

The role provides leadership to logistics supervisors and warehouse personnel while collaborating with Customer Service, Planning, Plant Operations, Management, suppliers, and other BGF locations to keep shipments on schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with ERP systems, warehouse operations, and transportation management.
• Experience leading or supervising warehouse, logistics, shipping, or receiving personnel.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with multiple departments, facilities, suppliers, and customers.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment.
• Strong attention to detail in inventory accuracy and system transactions.
• Ability to prioritize work and respond to changing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage warehouse and logistics operations, including shipping, receiving, and warehousing.
• Directly supervise Logistics Supervisors and warehouse staff, providing leadership and feedback.
• Partner with Customer Service, Planning, Plant Operations, Management and Warehouse teams to ensure on-time shipments and material movements.
• Help manage finished-goods and material inventory levels to support demand and plant operations.
• Coordinate shipments and deliveries with other locations and suppliers.
• Manage warehouse space allocations and material flow.
• Ensure accurate ERP transactions related to inventory movements, shipments, and transfers.
• Support efficient and cost-effective logistics and plant operations.
• Assist with maintenance and accountability of fixed assets within areas of responsibility.
• Monitor logistics performance and report to Management.
• Promote safe, organized and efficient warehouse practices.
• Perform other duties as directed by Management.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

BGF Industries is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to lead warehouse and logistics operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory movement and warehousing activities.

The role provides leadership to logistics supervisors and warehouse personnel while collaborating with Customer Service, Planning, Plant Operations, Management, suppliers, and other BGF locations to keep shipments on schedule.