Outbound Operations Leader - Warehouse

Mexico-Foods-LL; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

La Bodega in Addison, TX seeks an Outbound Manager to lead daily outbound DC operations, ensuring accurate, on-time shipping and effective labor planning. You will coach supervisors and teams, monitor performance, and coordinate with Transportation, Inventory Control, and other departments to resolve issues.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 3+ years of leadership in warehousing, and hands-on knowledge of outbound operations, safety, and WMS/Office tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with relevant experience may be substituted.
• 3+ years leadership in warehouse/distribution/logistics environment.
• Experience leading supervisors, leads, and large teams.
• Strong knowledge of outbound warehouse operations, labor planning, order selection, staging, loading, shipping, and dock management.
• Demonstrated leadership to coach, develop, motivate, and hold teams accountable.
• Ability to analyze operational performance, identify trends, and implement actions.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of safety requirements and safe warehouse practices.
• Experience with warehouse management systems and proficiency in Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Committed to customer service, confidentiality, and reliability.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and other hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily outbound operations: order selection, staging, loading, and shipping.
• Ensure outbound loads are accurate and ready for scheduled departures.
• Plan staffing and labor based on order volume and business needs.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and accountability to outbound supervisors and team members.
• Maintain visible leadership on the warehouse floor and address barriers.
• Monitor productivity, overtime, labor utilization, accuracy, damages, and performance indicators.
• Coordinate with Transportation and yard regarding trailer availability and dock assignments.
• Investigate shortages, mis-picks, damages, and shipment discrepancies.
• Ensure correct trailer/destination assignment and proper handling for Grocery/Meat/Produce/temperature-sensitive items.
• Identify process improvements to increase throughput, accuracy, service, and efficiency while controlling costs.
• Promote a positive work environment with accountability and recognition.
• Champion safety, housekeeping, and 5S standards; ensure PPE and safety compliance.
• Participate in incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Support hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, and development of outbound staff.
• Communicate risks and corrective actions to partners and management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

3+ years leadership

Lead supervisors/large teams

Outbound operations knowledge

Coaching/development

Performance analysis

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking/ deadlines

Workplace safety

WMS / MS Office

Customer service & confidentiality

Flexible schedule (nights/weekends)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

Warehouse Management System

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

La Bodega in Addison, TX seeks an Outbound Manager to lead daily outbound DC operations, ensuring accurate, on-time shipping and effective labor planning. You will coach supervisors and teams, monitor performance, and coordinate with Transportation, Inventory Control, and other departments to resolve issues.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 3+ years of leadership in warehousing, and hands-on knowledge of outbound operations, safety, and WMS/Office tools.