Logistics & Warehouse Operations Leader

BGF Industries, Inc.; Virginia, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The role collaborates with Customer Service, Planning, Plant Operations, and Management to ensure on-time shipments, accurate inventory, and efficient material flow while promoting safe practices in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with ERP systems, warehousing 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 effectively in a manufacturing and warehouse environment.
• Strong attention to detail regarding inventory accuracy and system transactions.
• Ability to prioritize work and respond to changing customer and operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage assigned warehouse and logistics operations, including shipping, receiving, and warehousing.
• Directly supervise Logistics Supervisors and warehouse staff and provide leadership, guidance, and performance feedback.
• Partner daily with Customer Service, Planning, Plant Operations, Management, and Warehouse teams to ensure customer shipments and material movements are completed on time.
• Help manage finished-goods and material inventory levels to support customer demand and efficient plant operations.
• Coordinate shipments and deliveries with other BGF Industries locations and suppliers.
• Manage warehouse space allocations, storage areas, and material flow throughout assigned facilities.
• Ensure accurate ERP system transactions related to inventory movements, customer shipments, and transfers between locations.
• 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 provide regular updates and feedback to the Management team.
• Promote safe, organized, and efficient warehouse and logistics practices.
• Perform other duties and assignments as directed by Management.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Transportation management

Leadership / supervision

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

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

The role collaborates with Customer Service, Planning, Plant Operations, and Management to ensure on-time shipments, accurate inventory, and efficient material flow while promoting safe practices in a manufacturing environment.