Senior Warehouse Supervisor (Site Manager)

Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics services provider is seeking a Senior Warehouse Supervisor in San Diego, CA, to lead daily operations and supervise personnel. Responsibilities include overseeing inventory management, ensuring compliance with protocols, and fostering a team-focused environment. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in warehouse operations, strong leadership skills, and must hold a high school diploma. Relevant certifications in safety or logistics are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in warehouse operations, logistics supervision, or inventory management.
• Experience in DoD or federal warehouse environments is preferred.
• Proven supervisory experience in operational settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily warehouse activities and personnel.
• Oversee inventory and equipment management.
• Ensure compliance with safety and security protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Time Management

Detail Orientation

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Job description

Senior Warehouse Supervisor (Site Manager)
San Diego, CA / Port Hueneme, CA

Description

• Serve as the on-site leader for respective Pacific-region CIF operation, acting as the senior authority for daily warehouse activities.
• Direct and supervise all warehouse personnel at the assigned location, ensuring mission-aligned performance and accountability.
• Oversee receiving, storage, issue, reconstitution, tailoring/sewing coordination, inventory, and shipping of Infantry Combat Equipment (ICE) and related assets.
• Ensure strict compliance with PWS requirements, security protocols, safety standards, and government property accountability rules.
• Coordinate daily workflow to meet customer demand, surge requirements, and unit timelines.
• Maintain operational readiness through disciplined processes, accurate documentation, and audit-ready inventory practices.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the site and the Project Manager for all operational matters.
• Monitor productivity, throughput, and quality metrics; implement corrective actions as needed.
• Enforce warehouse layout plans, traffic flow, and storage configurations to ensure efficient use of space and safe material handling.
• Lead training and development of warehouse staff, ensuring consistent execution of standard operating procedures.
• Foster a professional, customer-focused environment supporting military and government personnel.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 yearsof experience in warehouse operations, logistics supervision, or inventory management.
• Prior experience in a DoD, federal, or defense-related warehouse environment strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience supervising teams in operational settings.
• Experience managing high-value or sensitive inventory is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• High attention to detail and process discipline.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of warehouse safety standards and material handling practices.
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory tools.

Certifications / Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Forklift certification or warehouse safety certifications are a plus.
• Logistics or supervisory training is desirable.

Security Requirement

• Public Trust clearance is required.
• Candidates must be eligible to maintain clearance throughout employment.