Warehouse Coordinator

WESCO; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Referral rewards

Tuition reimbursement

Discount programs

Job summary

Wesco in Kent, WA is seeking a full-time Operations Coordination warehouse worker to join our operations team. You will analyze and interpret complex data, calibrate precise measurements, problem-solve, and communicate with the public as part of a Fortune 250 distributor.

The role supports the local operations team by coordinating and managing documentation, reports, and workflow to meet customer commitments, including domestic and international shipments. Shift is Mon-Fri 10:00 am – 7:00 pm.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent required.
• 3 years of order management experience in a warehouse or production environment.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supports local operations with location-specific coordination.
• Prepares reports and manages documentation for the team.
• Identifies bottlenecks and collaborates with management to resolve issues.
• Coordinates with carriers and local managers to align workflow with customer commitments.
• Leads small projects when supervisor is away.
• Manages multiple communication systems to fulfill internal requests.
• Oversees daily orders and tasks in the warehouse system and prioritizes requests.
• Ensures must-ship-today orders are processed on time for domestic and international shipping.
• Provides daily support for picking, packing and shipping functions.
• Maintains inventory documentation.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Numerical accuracy

Education

High School Degree or Equivalent

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Wesco, we give you an opportunity for a career and a great work environment. We are hiring immediately for a full-time warehouse worker performing Operations Coordination for our operations team. As a key member of the Operations Team, this critical role is highly visible, and you will be expected to analyze and interpret complex data, calibrate precise measurements, problem solve and communicate with the public. The work that you will do is valued by Fortune 250 companies around the globe. We are Wesco. We enable the connected world — you help turn on the lights.

Shift : Monday through Friday; 10:00 am – 7:00 pm

What’s in it for you:

In addition to best-in-class benefits (insurance, PTO, 401k, etc.) we offer:

• A CAREER. The door is open to other positions within Wesco once you have mastered this role

• Employee referral rewards

• Tuition reimbursement

• National discounts on commonly used items (phone plans, computers, Whirlpool appliances, etc.).

You matter at Wesco. We’re a global Fortune 250 distributor, but we’re also down to earth, people-first, place to work. Our teams are made up of people who care about continuous improvement, not big egos.

Responsibilities:

• Supports the local operations team with coordinated efforts specific to the location

• Supports team by coordinating, participating, and managing documentation. Prepares reports as necessary

• Assists with identifying potential bottlenecks in processes and works with management team to resolve issues

• Coordinate with carriers and local managers and supervisors to align employees and workflow to meet all customer commitments

• Acts as team lead on small or special projects when Supervisor is away

• Manage multiple communication systems to ensure internal customer requests are accomplished

• Manage daily order and task production in our warehouse management system. Prioritize customer requests in system

• Ensure all ‘must ship today’ orders are processed according to shipping commitments domestically and internationally

• Provide daily assistance and backup for picking, packing and shipping functions

• Maintain Inventory documentation

• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Degree or Equivalent

• 3 years of order management experience within a warehouse or production environment

• Demonstrated experience being able to communicate professionally in written and verbal forms

• 1 year of operational or administrative experience preferred

• 1 year of understanding of administrative and clerical procedures and systems preferred

• 1 year of customer service and inside sales experience preferred

• 1 year of logistics and warehouse experience preferred

• Knowledge of warehouse management and order management systems.

• Ability to change priorities quickly, ability to multi-task, and working at a very fast pace is required for this role.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong computer skills, including in Microsoft Office

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Attention to detail

Physical Demands:

• Position is based inside a warehouse

• Environment can be up to 100 degrees in the summer. Warehouse is climate controlled and comfortable in the winter

• Ability to lift throughout a shift, potentially up to 50lbs

• Ability to lift, bend, reach, push, pull, squat and walk throughout a shift

• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time, generally an entire shift (8 hours per day)

• Ability to climb ladders

• Uses heavy machinery (e.g., forklift, etc.)

• This position will be seated for portions of the day, so the incumbent should be comfortable working at a desk

Who is this company with all these great things to offer?

We are Wesco. We enable the connected world. We are leading global distributor of Network & Security, Electrical and Utility Power Solutions. We are proud of our culture of ethics, honesty, diversity and growth. We reward initiative and original ideas. Wesco employs individuals around the world. We seek out and encourage diversity of thought and experience. Our differences strengthen our company and enrich our culture. It’s safe to say, you will be welcome here.

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits (https://www.wesco.com/us/en/our-company/careers/work-at-wesco.html#benefits) and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.