Seattle Warehouse Leader – Multi-Temp Distribution Center

GSF; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Quality Custom Distribution Services LLC (QCD), a GSF subsidiary, seeks a Warehouse Manager for our Seattle, WA site. You will lead all aspects of warehouse operations in a fast-paced, multi-temperature distribution center, ensuring inventory accuracy, safety, and customer service.

Youll manage a team of about 4550 associates, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with leadership to meet budgets, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive warehouse operations experience in a distribution center environment.
• 3-5 years of leadership experience managing warehouse teams in a fast-paced operation.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management systems, warehouse racking systems, and food distribution practices.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, HACCP, AIB, DOT, and other safety and regulatory requirements applicable to warehouse operations.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate diverse teams while managing labor planning, performance, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Experience managing budgets, controlling operational costs, and driving continuous improvement through data analysis and problem-solving.
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems, inventory control software, Microsoft Office applications, and AS400 systems preferred.
• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered. Food service or food distribution experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day warehouse operations, including receiving, inventory control, storage, shipping, and overall warehouse performance within a multi-temperature distribution environment.
• Analyze operational and labor performance data to ensure productivity, quality, service, and inventory objectives are achieved or exceeded.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of approximately 45-50 associates through subordinate supervisors, fostering a high-performance and inclusive culture.
• Support hiring, training, employee development, performance management, and retention initiatives to build a motivated workforce.
• Audit warehouse, shipping, receiving, and inventory control processes and implement improvements to enhance accuracy, availability, sanitation, security, and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with company, customer, and regulatory requirements, including OSHA, HACCP, AIB, DOT, and food safety standards.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, control operating expenses, and oversee the maintenance and utilization of material handling equipment.
• Partner with leadership, customers, vendors, and cross-functional teams by providing operational reporting, business analysis, and support for strategic projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Leadership

Inventory control

Budget management

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Safety standards

Team development

WMS/AS400

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field

Tools

AS400 systems

WMS

Microsoft Office

Inventory control software

Job description

Quality Custom Distribution Services LLC (QCD), a GSF subsidiary, seeks a Warehouse Manager for our Seattle, WA site. You will lead all aspects of warehouse operations in a fast-paced, multi-temperature distribution center, ensuring inventory accuracy, safety, and customer service.

Youll manage a team of about 4550 associates, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with leadership to meet budgets, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.