Warehouse Lead

SRS Distribution Inc.; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the landscape and irrigation industry is seeking a Warehouse Lead - Operations Associate in St. Joseph, MO. The successful candidate will manage inventory control, oversee warehouse operations, and ensure excellent customer service. This role requires strong leadership skills and experience in a warehouse environment, with a commitment to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse, distribution, shipping, or receiving environments with supervisory responsibilities.
• Forklift operation experience is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repeatedly.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of inventory control including purchasing and cycle counts.
• Oversee daily warehouse operations to ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Supervise drivers and warehouse operations.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Team player

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Heritage Professionals Products - Warehouse Lead / Operations Associate

Heritage Professionals Products is seeking a self-motivated team player for the role of Warehouse Lead - Operations Associate. Experience in the landscape/irrigation industry is a plus.

We are looking for a service-oriented candidate knowledgeable in warehouse, shipping, and receiving operations. The Warehouse Lead / Operations Associate will work with the Branch Manager to lead the team with energy, professionalism, and urgency to complete tasks.

The responsibilities include managing all aspects of inventory control—purchasing, weekly cycle counts, pricing, reviewing, and handling damaged or outdated stock. Additional duties involve order processing, day-end balancing, and supporting branch operations.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to interact professionally with employees, customers, vendors, and contractors.
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with Microsoft Office is helpful.
• Supervision of drivers and warehouse operations, including guiding, assigning, and training personnel.
• Oversee daily warehouse operations to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment and loading/unloading.
• Manage dispatching of trucks for timely deliveries.
• Ability to operate hand trucks, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse, distribution, shipping, or receiving environments with supervisory responsibilities.
• Forklift operation experience is a plus.
• Relevant purchasing and inventory management experience.
• Organized, detail-oriented, with minimal errors; computer literate with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Committed to excellent customer service and sales relationships.
• Knowledge of ERP systems is highly preferred; experience with Agility software is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repeatedly.
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and a team player.
• Positive attitude aligned with our "Make Money and Have Fun!" culture.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass criminal background, driving record check, and pre-employment drug screening.

The role involves acting as the warehouse lead, performing functions such as order picking, receiving, stocking, cycle counts, forklift operation, and working with customers.

Job Location: Professional Product Group - St Joseph, 4301 South Leonard Road, St Joseph, MO 64503

Heritage Professional Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Veteran-Friendly Employer. We value military experience and encourage veterans to apply.