Manager, Warehouse Network Operations - Beachwood, OH

Master Builders Solutions Admixtures US; Beachwood (OH); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Master Builders Solutions Admixtures US is seeking a Manager, Warehouse Network Operations in Beachwood, OH to lead the 3PL network and optimize costs across North America. The role manages about twenty external warehouses and partners with Supply Chain, Procurement, Transportation, Manufacturing, Finance, Customer Care, and Commercial teams to position inventory effectively.

We value hands-on supply chain leadership, strong 3PL relationship management, analytical thinking, and continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or related field.
• 5–10 years of progressive warehouse/logistics experience.
• Experience managing third-party logistics (3PL) or external warehouse providers.
• Working knowledge of warehouse contracts, inventory management, and operating costs.
• Strong analytical, financial, negotiation, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Excel skills; SAP and Power BI or similar reporting experience preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship-management skills with the ability to influence across functions and external partners.
• Chemical manufacturing, industrial products, or similarly complex distribution experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• 3PL Network Management: Own relationships with third-party warehouse providers, monitor service levels and KPIs, lead business reviews, and resolve operational issues.
• Network Optimization: Evaluate warehouse locations, capacity, utilization, inventory positioning, and customer demand to support an efficient North American distribution network.
• Contract & Cost Management: Partner with Procurement on RFPs, pricing, contract renewals, provider selection, and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Inventory & Operations: Support inventory accuracy, replenishment, stock transfers, cycle counts, warehouse capacity, and product transitions across the network.
• Financial Oversight: Review warehouse invoices and operating costs, resolve billing discrepancies, monitor budget performance, and identify savings opportunities.
• Analytics & Continuous Improvement: Develop performance metrics and dashboards, analyze operational trends, and lead initiatives that improve service, inventory accuracy, and cost efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial skills

Negotiation

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

SAP

Power BI

Job description

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Manager, Warehouse Network Operations - Beachwood, OH

Full Time Beachwood, OH, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1139

Salary Range: $115,000.00 To $145,000.00 Annually

About Us

Master Builders Solutions is a global leader in advanced chemical solutions for construction. We provide a full portfolio of performance-enhancing concrete admixtures tailored to ready-mixed, precast, and manufactured concrete producers. Our innovative technologies improve concrete performance while supporting more efficient and sustainable construction.

Our team is a global network of construction chemical experts committed to solving complex challenges through innovation, collaboration, and technical expertise.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Manager, Warehouse Network Operations to lead the performance and strategic optimization of our third-party warehouse network across North America. This role manages approximately twenty external warehouse providers and serves as the primary business owner for warehouse operations, service, cost, and performance.

The position partners closely with Supply Chain, Procurement, Transportation, Manufacturing, Finance, Customer Care, and Commercial teams to ensure inventory is positioned effectively, warehouse partners meet service expectations, and total logistics costs are optimized.

This role is ideal for a hands-on supply chain professional who combines strong 3PL relationship management with analytical thinking, commercial acumen, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Primary Responsibilities

• 3PL Network Management: Own relationships with third-party warehouse providers, monitor service levels and KPIs, lead business reviews, and resolve operational issues
• Network Optimization: Evaluate warehouse locations, capacity, utilization, inventory positioning, and customer demand to support an efficient North American distribution network
• Contract & Cost Management: Partner with Procurement on RFPs, pricing, contract renewals, provider selection, and cost-reduction opportunities
• Inventory & Operations: Support inventory accuracy, replenishment, stock transfers, cycle counts, warehouse capacity, and product transitions across the network
• Financial Oversight: Review warehouse invoices and operating costs, resolve billing discrepancies, monitor budget performance, and identify savings opportunities
• Analytics & Continuous Improvement: Develop performance metrics and dashboards, analyze operational trends, and lead initiatives that improve service, inventory accuracy, and cost efficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Operations, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered
• 5–10 years of progressive experience in warehouse operations, logistics, distribution, or supply chain
• Experience managing third-party logistics (3PL) or external warehouse providers strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of warehouse contracts, inventory management, network optimization, and operating costs
• Strong analytical, financial, negotiation, project management, and problem-solving skills
• Advanced Excel skills; SAP and Power BI or similar reporting experience preferred
• Strong communication and relationship-management skills with the ability to influence across functions and external partners
• Chemical manufacturing, industrial products, or similarly complex distribution experience preferred

What We’re Looking For

• Operational Leader: Builds accountability with warehouse partners and consistently drives service, safety, quality, and inventory performance
• Strategic Thinker: Connects customer demand, inventory, capacity, transportation, and cost to make sound network decisions
• Relationship Builder: Develops strong partnerships, influences without direct authority, and resolves issues collaboratively
• Continuous Improver: Uses data and practical problem-solving to simplify processes, reduce cost, and strengthen service

Note

Master Builders Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.