Strategic 3PL Warehousing Manager

Lamb Weston; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Well-being programs

Employee assistance program

Financial planning services

Job summary

Lamb Weston in Kennewick, WA is seeking a Manager, 3PL Warehousing to oversee third‑party warehousing networks and drive operational excellence across locations. You will partner with suppliers and internal teams to optimize costs and service levels while guiding continuous improvement efforts.

Ideal candidates bring a strong history of managing multiple 3PLs, advanced analytics, and experience with SAP, WMS, and TMS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant warehousing, logistics, transportation, or supply chain management experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple warehouse locations and 3PL providers.
• Proven ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage third-party distribution and warehousing services across assigned locations to ensure service, quality, and operational performance objectives are achieved.
• Develop, implement, and manage cost-effective warehousing solutions that support business and customer requirements.
• Conduct monthly business reviews with 3PL suppliers to evaluate KPI performance, identify improvement opportunities, and drive accountability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with 3PL providers, serving as a key business partner and escalation point for warehouse operations.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing service, reducing costs, improving inventory management, and increasing operational efficiency.
• Serve as the primary liaison between manufacturing operations, warehouse partners, and corporate Transportation & Warehousing functions to align strategies and implement best practices.
• Analyze network performance metrics and identify opportunities for optimization, capacity improvements, and cost savings.
• Perform operational audits to ensure compliance with established procedures, service expectations, and quality standards.
• Review budget performance and develop corrective action plans to address gaps and improve financial results.
• Validate supplier invoices and accessorial charges to ensure compliance with contractual agreements.
• Partner with Transportation Planning, Procurement, and Logistics teams to develop and execute strategic transportation and warehousing initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Customer Supply Chain, S&OP, Enterprise Procurement, Customer Service, and Manufacturing, to support evolving business requirements.
• Lead project implementation efforts, data analysis activities, and change management initiatives that improve overall supply chain performance.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical

Excel proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

WMS

TMS

Job description

Lamb Weston in Kennewick, WA is seeking a Manager, 3PL Warehousing to oversee third‑party warehousing networks and drive operational excellence across locations. You will partner with suppliers and internal teams to optimize costs and service levels while guiding continuous improvement efforts.

Ideal candidates bring a strong history of managing multiple 3PLs, advanced analytics, and experience with SAP, WMS, and TMS.