Manager Warehousing

Vertiv Group Corporation; Ironton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv in Ohio seeks a Warehouse Manager to oversee warehouse operations ensuring parts are received, orders picked, and shipments packed, loaded, and dispatched safely and efficiently. You will maintain accurate records for all material and logistics functions across Ironton and Franklin Furnace facilities.

The role requires leadership, strong communication, and experience with ISO, Lean/Six Sigma, ERP systems, and MS Office to drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Management or Logistics is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with MS Office and ERP systems.
• Ability to develop and coach diverse teams.
• 5-10 years of experience in warehouse/shipping environment.
• 5+ years leadership experience in shipping, receiving or stockroom.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Manage shipping and receiving activities.
• Oversee warehouse operations in compliance with C-TPAT and 5S principles; maintain equipment maintenance schedules.
• Manage inventory, storage, labeling and audits.
• Coordinate imports/exports and overall warehouse logistics.
• Staff, train, coach, and manage employees, including scheduling and certifications.
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Good communication

Leadership experience

Develop and coach diverse teams

5-10 years of experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Management or Logistics

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

• Vertiv is looking for a Warehouse Manager to manager warehouse operations to ensure that parts are received in, orders are picked, and completed orders are packaged, loaded, and dispatched safely, timely, and efficiently, and proper records are maintained. Functional areas of responsibility include all material and logistics functions required to manage warehouse operations.
• This is an onsite role supporting our facilities in Ironton and Franklin Furnace, Ohio.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage shipping and receiving activities.
• Manage warehouse operations in compliance with the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT), 5S plus 1 (Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize & Sustain; with overarching principle of Safety) and environmental initiatives. Ensure preparation of warehouse building and equipment maintenance schedules (e.g., lift equipment, lift batteries, scales) and that all needed upkeep or repairs are completed timely.
• Manage inventory, including storage and labeling
• Perform and supervise inventory audits, cycle counts and coordinating the annual physical inventory. Initiate corrective action where process lapses exist, or where established procedures are not effectively maintaining inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate warehouse logistics activities including imports and exports.
• Staff, train, coach, and manage employees for assigned team, including scheduling work assignments & time off, developing & scheduling training to include required lift truck certifications, developing & setting operational performance standards and goals, completing & delivering performance appraisals, and interviewing for job vacancies.
• Support Lean Manufacturing
• Other Duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Management or Logistics preferred
• Good communication skills, both oral and written
• MS Office and ERP systems experience
• Ability to develop and coach a diverse teams
• 5-10 years of experience
• 5+ years leadership experience in shipping, receiving, and stockroom environment
• Knowledge of ISO and Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Light manufacturing
• Fork Lift operations desirable

TRAVEL REQUIRED

• None