Warehouse Director

Planes; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Planes in Columbus, OH is seeking an experienced Warehouse Director to lead operations across four facilities. You will drive operational excellence, safety and compliance, and mentor multi-site teams.

The role requires WMS experience, strong leadership, and the ability to manage multiple locations in a fast-paced environment. We offer full-time employment with a salary range of $75,000–$85,000 and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• 2+ years of warehouse leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple locations and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent experience preferred.
• Must have a valid drivers license - there will be driving between the warehouses
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Fast-paced warehouse setting with both indoor and outdoor conditions
• May require occasional nights or weekends based on business needs

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across four warehouse buildings, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and accuracy
• Supervise, coach, and develop warehouse teams, including hiring, training, and performance management
• Maintain full accountability for inventory management, quality control, and workflow execution
• Ensure effective use and optimization of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
• Monitor warehouse metrics including cycle counts, inventory levels, and in/out volume reporting
• Enforce OSHA safety standards and promote a strong safety culture
• Manage equipment maintenance programs and facility upkeep
• Collaborate with leadership and other facilities to standardize processes and improve performance
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement best practices across all locations

Skills

WMS

Warehouse leadership

Leadership

MS Office

Drivers license

Background check

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At Planes, everything starts with culture. Our TEAM culture is part of our DNA: it's evident in how we speak, in the choices we make, and in how we interact with our customers and with each other. We prioritize our culture because we know it's what makes us different - and it's what drives us to grow, and evolve, together.

Planes Employee Benefits

Our team members are our most valuable resources. That's why we offer full-time employees top-notch benefits.

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Planes offers competitive medical, dental, and vision plans to all our full-time employees.

401K

We help our employees save for their retirement by offering a 401k.

Paid Time Off

All of our employees are eligible for paid time off.

Holidays

Full-time employees are eligible for up to 8 paid holidays a year.

Join Our Team

Our team is also our family.

We're always moving, which means we're always looking for talented team members to help drive our company forward. More than half of our employees have been with Planes for at least a decade, and we’ve been named a Top Workplace by The Cincinnati Enquirer since 2014.

Service Crew

Being part of the Planes service team means more than just moving boxes: our team members make memorable moments and create meaningful customer experiences every day. Check out available positions for drivers, crew members, warehouse staff, and seasonal help.

Be a part of the team that plans and coordinates critical moments in the life of a person or business. Whether you’re interested in sales and marketing, operations, customer service, or claims and billing, we’ve got opportunities that will help you make an impact.

Planes is a great company to work for. I've been in this industry for 25 years, worked for a couple agents and feel strongly Planes is one of the best. I get more support here than I did at my last company, (the last few years there). This is not an easy industry, especially in the summer season, it can be very stressful. From the day I started at Planes I felt the support and help from management down to everyone of my Team members, in every department. Planes is a great TEAM!!

Position:Warehouse Director

Location: Columbus, OH

Job Id:608

# of Openings:1

Warehouse Director
Columbus, OH
Full-Time | Salary: $75,000 – $85,000

We are seeking an experienced Warehouse Director to lead and oversee operations across four warehouse facilities in the Columbus, OH area. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, ensuring safety and compliance, and leading a high-performing team across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across four warehouse buildings, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and accuracy
• Supervise, coach, and develop warehouse teams, including hiring, training, and performance management
• Maintain full accountability for inventory management, quality control, and workflow execution
• Ensure effective use and optimization of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
• Monitor warehouse metrics including cycle counts, inventory levels, and in/out volume reporting
• Enforce OSHA safety standards and promote a strong safety culture
• Manage equipment maintenance programs and facility upkeep
• Collaborate with leadership and other facilities to standardize processes and improve performance
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement best practices across all locations

Requirements

• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
• 2+ years of warehouse leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple locations and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent experience preferred
• Must have a valid drivers license - there will be driving between the warehouses
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Fast-paced warehouse setting with both indoor and outdoor conditions
• May require occasional nights or weekends based on business needs
• Health, dental and vision insurance; HAS option with company match
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, sick time and holidays
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to lead a multi-site warehouse operation and make a direct impact on operational success.

EEO - Planes is an equal employment opportunity employer. The company’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any other protected categories. It is also the company’s policy to comply with all applicable federal state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.