Strategic Warehouse Operations Leader

Americold; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold in North Little Rock, AR is seeking a Warehouse Operations Manager to oversee all warehouse functions, including operations, transportation, personnel, and customer service, ensuring alignment with company objectives and regulatory compliance.

You will manage budgets, assign work, monitor performance, maintain strong customer relations and union coordination, and implement safety measures plus disaster recovery planning.

Qualifications

• College degree in business, logistics, or management plus minimum 5 years of experience required in warehousing or logistics management OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience required.
• Proven ability in planning, staffing, budgeting, and organizing warehouse operations.
• Experienced with AS/400 and Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated experience in analyzing operational challenges and implementing effective solutions in a warehouse or logistics environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all warehouse functions including operations, transportation, personnel, and customer service, ensuring alignment with company objectives and compliance with regulations.
• Manage budgets, assign work, monitor departmental performance, and maintain positive relationships with customers and union representatives.
• Implement safety measures and procedures to prevent loss and support continuous improvement and disaster recovery planning.
• Develop and manage the annual facility budget and ensure adherence across warehouse departments.
• Direct and assign work, set performance objectives, and monitor progress toward departmental goals.
• Oversee all warehouse activities, costs, operations, and forecasts, ensuring operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and all federal, state, and local OSHA regulations.
• Represent the company to warehouse customers, secure additional business, and maintain positive customer relationships.
• Negotiate labor contracts with union representatives and implement desired changes.
• Develop and maintain plans for disaster prevention and recovery and identify safety concerns and cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Planning

Staffing

Budgeting

Warehouse operations

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

College degree in business/logistics/management

Tools

AS/400

Microsoft Office

Job description

Americold in North Little Rock, AR is seeking a Warehouse Operations Manager to oversee all warehouse functions, including operations, transportation, personnel, and customer service, ensuring alignment with company objectives and regulatory compliance.

You will manage budgets, assign work, monitor performance, maintain strong customer relations and union coordination, and implement safety measures plus disaster recovery planning.