Systems & Warehouse Manager - Kitting

Niagara Bottling; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Niagara Bottling is seeking a Systems & Warehouse Manager - Kitting to drive WMS enhancements and coordinate warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment. You will lead IT/system initiatives, manage inventory and staffing, and collaborate with production, sales and purchasing teams.

The role emphasizes building a safe, efficient workplace with strong data‑driven decision making and continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years managing a Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Minimum 6 years in warehouse or logistics field.
• Minimum 4 years experience managing IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversees warehouse activities and directs WMS enhancements.
• Drives safety culture and aligns with production and purchasing.
• Manages inventory, labor scheduling, and shipping/receiving.
• Leads IT/system projects and ensures site-level implementations.
• Ensures accurate month-end inventory and cycle counts.

Skills

WMS management

Warehouse logistics

IT systems management

Staff training

Safety culture

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Master's degree in IT or related field

Tools

WMS software

Network operations

Job description

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

Systems & Warehouse Manager - Kitting

Oversees, manages and directly drives continuous improvement for utilizing, however not limited to: Warehouse management systems (WMS) functionality, business analytics, network resources, offering and/or implementing solutions that align with business directed goals. Supports the organization’s supply chain strategy. Plans, directs, and monitors all activities in the warehouse.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for Warehouse Management System (WMS) Understands the WMS database structure.
• Performs advanced configuration of the WMS.
• Leads company initiatives to improve WMS functionality.
• Responsible for building and/or maintaining a safe work culture.
• Coordinates technical support for site or network operations and systems.
• Serves as site lead for systems implementations and modifications.
• Oversees activities of warehouse operations including training, shipping, receiving, inventory, and safety.
• Build a positive work environment.
• Manages all aspects of inventory.
• Manage and schedule labor appropriately to meet demands and goals.
• Oversee shipping and receiving discrepancies, RMA’s.
• Training of forklift operators, administer road tests and certification.
• Establish operational procedures for activities such as verification of incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of materials, and keeping warehouse inventory current.
• Collaborate with department heads to ensure coordination of warehouse activities with activities of other functions such as production, sales, records control and purchasing.
• Direct salvage of damaged or unused material.
• Manage month end inventory and cycle counts to ensure physical inventories are reconciled timely.
• Ensure maintenance of clean, orderly and safe warehouse.
• Participate in planning personnel safety and plant protection activities.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• 6 Years – Experience combined in managing a Warehouse Management System
• 6 Years – Experience in warehouse or logistics field
• 4 Years – Experience managing IT systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ Years– Experience in managing a Warehouse Management System
• 10+ Years – Experience in warehouse or logistics field
• 6 Years – Experience managing people/projects

Competencies

• Lead Like an Owner – Manages a safe working environment, accurately documents safety related training, and effectively communicates safety incidents
• Provides strategic input and oversight to departmental projects
• Makes data driven decisions and develops sustainable solutions
• Skilled in reducing costs and managing timelines while prioritizing long run impact over short term wins
• Makes decisions by putting overall company success first before department/individual success
• Leads/facilitates discussions to get positive outcomes for the customer
• Makes strategic decisions which prioritize the needs of the customer over departmental/individual goals
• Continuously evaluates existing programs and processes, and develops new initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste
• Creates, monitors, and responds to departmental performance metrics to drive continuous improvement
• Communicates a clear vision, organizes resources effectively, and adjusts the strategy as needed when managing change
• Find a Way – Demonstrates ability to think analytically and synthesize complex information
• Effectively delegates technical tasks to subordinates
• Works effectively with departments, vendors, and customers to achieve organizational success
• Identifies opportunities for collaboration in strategic ways
• Empowered to be Great – Makes hiring decisions primarily based on culture fit and attitude, and secondarily based on technical expertise
• Engages in long term talent planning
• Provides opportunities for the development of all direct reports
• Understands, identifies, and addresses conflict within own team and between teams

Education

• Minimum Required: Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or other related field
• Preferred: Master's Degree in Information Technology or other related field

Certification/License

• Required: N/A

Foreign Language

• Required: None

Benefits

• Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package.
• Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time
• Paid parental and caregiver leaves
• Medical, including virtual care options
• Dental
• Vision 401(k) with company match
• Health Savings Account with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members
• Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements
• Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan
• Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
• Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities
• And more!
• https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

Los Angeles County applicants only

Niagara Bottling, LLC has been family owned and operated since 1963. Niagara is a leading bottled water manufacturer in the U.S., supplying major retailers across the nation. With incredible growth over the past several years, the career possibilities at Niagara are endless!

Niagara’s culture is fast-paced, innovative and intensely collaborative. Our Team Members are passionate, driven and always find a way to get the job done. We work hard and play hard while staying true to our family atmosphere. From competitive benefits and retirement options to educational reimbursements, ongoing training courses and exciting career advancement opportunities, at Niagara we truly take care of our Team Members.

Niagara Bottling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.