Warehouse Lead

The Kendall Group, Inc.; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kendall Group seeks a Warehouse Lead to support materials management and sales at a Kendall location. Reporting to the Location Manager, you will ensure stock accuracy, organize inventory, and assist with training and routing to meet customer needs.

Ideal candidates have 2 years of warehouse or delivery experience and a High School Diploma or GED, plus basic warehouse tools proficiency and safe work habits. This is an employee-owned company emphasizing reliability and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ prior delivery or warehouse experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must pass a DOT medical exam and license checks if driving is required.
• Basic math, barcode scanning and common warehouse tools proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist Manager with daily tasks and projects as assigned.
• Process queues in Kendall business system.
• Support Warehouse Associates and verify their work.
• Verify back-orders and adjust inventory as needed.
• Receive/restock inventory and prepare stock for shipment.
• Sell products to customers and provide technical assistance when required.

Skills

Service Excellence

Results & Action

Accountability

Teamwork

Safety Conscious

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About The Kendall Group

The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fitting products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career.

Why The Kendall Group?

Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.

Role Summary:

Reporting to the Warehouse, Satellite, Location or Territory Manager, the Warehouse Lead is responsible for supporting the materials management and sales functions for the location. The Warehouse Lead is essential to the overall operation of the business. While specific daily tasks can vary depending on the location, a Warehouse Lead’s main responsibility is ensuring that all stock is accounted for, processed, and organized to meet company standards. This position may also be responsible for assisting with training and development, driving delivery routes between customer locations and counter sales as assigned to meet customer and business needs.

Exciting work you will do:

The essential duties and responsibilities of the Warehouse Lead position may consist of some or all, and are not limited to, the following:

• Assist Manager with daily tasks and projects as assigned
• Processes appropriate queues inside the Kendall business system
• Assist Warehouse Associates with work process questions and problems
• Check accuracy of Warehouse Associates work
• Verify back-orders and adjust inventory as needed
• Perform defined warehouse activities specific to the receipt, placement into inventory, selection for shipment, and shipment of stock
• Pick/pack orders accurately and promptly
• Receive/restock inventory accurately and promptly in designated storage areas or stock shelves
• Sell company products and services to customers visiting or calling into the branch by gathering information about their needs, providing technical assistance when required, quoting, soliciting orders, and suggesting additional products
• Create positive relationships with customers; answering questions; and offering relevant information
• Monitor truck loading and unloading according to established procedures
• Facilitate preventative maintenance and repairs on vehicles
• Coordinate with territory Owner-Associates on daily routing requirements
• Controls the flow of material in and out of the warehouse
• Ensure adequate staffing levels daily
• Accurately identify and count inventory in assigned areas
• Maintain quality and quantity performance and production standards
• Drive and deliver product to various customer locations, if necessary
• Operate warehouse equipment including forklifts, hand trucks, etc.
• Participate in ongoing general housekeeping of warehouse
• Check assigned equipment for proper operation/functionality and communicate problems to Supervisor/Manager
• Follow safe work habits and established safety procedures
• Participate in safety initiatives as assigned
• Attend meetings and training sessions
• Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies you possess:

• Service Excellence
• Results, Action Oriented
• Accountability and Responsibility
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Safety Conscious

What you’ll need:

• Work Experience: 2 years’ prior delivery or warehouse experience
• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Licenses/Certifications: If required to drive, the below licenses will need to be obtained upon hire: Driver’s License with Chauffeur’s endorsement and clean driving record Must be able to pass a DOT Medical Exam and obtain a 1- Year Card (Paid for by The Kendall Group)
• Analytics/Computer Skills: Ability to use standard office equipment, including but not limited to computerized bar code scanner, printer, and standard warehouse equipment/tools; basic math and reasoning skills
• Organization Skills: Excellent work ethic, good verbal, and communication skills; ability to work independently
• Cross-functional skills: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and through the direction of a direct Supervisor or Manager
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization; know when to request assistance when appropriate, especially when lifting heavy objects
• Physical, Mental and Visual Skills: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions. Frequent sitting, driving, and getting in and out of a vehicle Ability to see/sit/stand/walk/talk and hear Ability to lift/move/carry up to 50lbs Ability to be on your feet for 8 hours a day Ability to climb stairs and step ladders, bend, stoop, crouch, and kneel
• Physical Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to temperature conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is consistent with that of a distribution center.

Qualifications we prefer but don’t require:

• Work Experience: Industrial wholesale distribution; Local delivery driving

The Kendall Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Learn more about our company, benefits, and culture here. The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fittings products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career. Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you’ll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We’re that company where people stay! We’re proud to say that more than 60% of our associates have more than five years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than ten years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you’ll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.