Strategic Wave Planner: Warehouse Throughput & Labor

BGDC Distribution, Inc.; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

BGDC Distribution, Inc. is seeking a Wave Planner to coordinate and optimize warehouse order allocation, labor planning, and work release. The role ensures balanced workflow, efficient labor and equipment use, and timely inbound/outbound truck turnaround.

You will liaise between operations, customer service, and leadership to sustain productivity and service standards while supporting safety and continuous improvement initiatives. Salem, VA-based, full-time position with defined shift schedule.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in warehouse planning or inventory coordination.
• Strong knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and related logistics processes.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and PC-based software applications.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Collaborative and capable of cross-level communication within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Allocate and release orders to the warehouse floor to optimize productivity, interleaving, and carrier turn times.
• Prioritize Lift Truck Operator tasks in coordination with Dock Supervisors for efficient throughput.
• Monitor and manage dock office utilization of inbound/outbound optimization tools for each receipt and order.
• Review and update base priorities weekly to minimize manual adjustments in the work queue.
• Collaborate with the Operations Manager to review product velocity zones and pick locations.
• Resolve product shortages and manage order cuts with timely communication to customers and internal teams.
• Ensure accurate and efficient inventory allocation to meet order requirements.
• Coordinate with customer service and operations to address order discrepancies or fulfillment delays.
• Run and analyze labor/productivity reports and discuss findings with supervisors and the Office Manager.
• Troubleshoot warehouse system issues related to order flow, allocation, or reporting.
• Train associates and supervisors on relevant warehouse and planning systems.
• Identify opportunities for system or process improvements and implement updates as needed.
• Participate in safety programs and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Warehouse planning

WMS proficiency

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

WMS software

Excel

Job description

BGDC Distribution, Inc. is seeking a Wave Planner to coordinate and optimize warehouse order allocation, labor planning, and work release. The role ensures balanced workflow, efficient labor and equipment use, and timely inbound/outbound truck turnaround.

You will liaise between operations, customer service, and leadership to sustain productivity and service standards while supporting safety and continuous improvement initiatives. Salem, VA-based, full-time position with defined shift schedule.