Warehouse Leader

Graybar Electric Company, Inc.; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Benefits

Profit Sharing

401(k) with company match

Paid Vacation & Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Wellness Day

Volunteer time off

Predictable schedules

Employee recognition

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Graybar Electric Company, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Leader to guide branch warehouse operations, including logistics, inventory control, safety, and equipment usage, to meet service standards.

The role requires lifting up to 70 pounds and operating forklifts and pallet jacks, with knowledge of SAP and safe work practices. The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule (5:00am–2:00pm) and pay starting at $25.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Able to lift up to 70 pounds and perform physical requirements.
• Operates warehouse equipment including pallet jacks, forklifts and push carts.
• Knowledge of warehouse layouts and procedures.
• Experience with SAP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead activities of employees engaged in loading/unloading, selecting, packing, shipping, receiving and transportation of merchandise.
• Supervise incoming and outgoing shipment activity; ensure efficient, accurate and timely customer service to meet goals.
• Perform physical requirements to move inventory around the warehouse.
• Operate and maneuver warehouse equipment per manufacturer instructions and safety guidelines.
• Maintain warehouse in a clean, safe state and conduct daily safety inspections.
• Ensure security of merchandise and equipment; oversee loss prevention and cycle counts.
• Determine truck routing and load limits; inspect operations for compliance with shipping specs.
• Prepare bills of lading and post shipping charges for unfilled orders.
• Ensure DOT regulations and hazardous material shipping are followed; participate in Warehouse Steering Committee.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Mathematical skills

Safety awareness

SAP

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

More than a job - a career.

As a Warehouse Leader, you will lead assigned areas of Branch warehouse operations including logistics processes, inventory management, security, safety, housekeeping, equipment utilization, business system applications and all other functions designed to meet or exceed branch customer service standards.

Work Shift and Hours: Monday - Friday, 5:00am - 2:00pm

Compensation Details: The expected pay rate for this position is starting at $25.00 per hour depending on experience.

In this role you will

• Lead activities of employees engaged in loading unloading, selecting, packing, shipping, receiving and transportation of merchandise
• Supervise incoming and outgoing shipment activity; ensure efficient, accurate and timely customer service to ensure service goals are attained
• Perform any and all physical requirements necessary to lift and move inventory around the warehouse
• Operate and maneuver warehouse equipment and any material(s) contained thereon in the manner consistent with the intended purpose of the equipment and manufacturer instructions
• Maintain the warehouse in an orderly and clean state; follow all Company safety procedures; perform daily safety inspections
• Maintain security of merchandise and equipment and ensure safe working conditions; responsible for all warehouse loss prevention programs; responsible for the accuracy of the daily cycle counts
• Determine routing and legal load limits of trucks, inspect loading operations to ensure compliance with shipping specifications and direct movement of shipments from shipping and receiving dock to storage and work area
• Compile records of unfilled orders, post weight and shipping charges and prepare bills of lading
• Ensure all warehouse procedures are followed, including Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and hazardous material shipping; participate in, or may lead, Warehouse Steering Committee

What you bring to the table

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to perform the physical requirements necessary to receive, pick, pack, ship, and move materials throughout the warehouse, including, but not limited to, standing, walking, bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, climbing ladders, cutting wire and lifting materials weighing up to 70 pounds
• Ability to operate and maneuver warehouse equipment, including, but not limited to, pallet jacks, forklifts and push carts, in the manner necessary to move materials and consistent with manufacturer instructions and safety instructions
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment, including the ability to perform physical requirements, adapt to seasonal changes, significant temperature variations and inclement weather conditions
• Ability to abide by safety instruction and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) or its equivalent is required
• Knowledge of warehouse layouts, operations and procedures
• Knowledge of computers and SAP
• Leadership and organizational skills
• Mathematical, oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work under close supervision

The Value of Graybar

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
• Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.
• Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.
• Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.
• Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.
• Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.
• Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.
• Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.
• Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.
• And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

Why should you join Graybar

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business. We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team. That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

Graybar, a Fortune 500 company, specializes in supply chain management services, and is a leading North American distributor of high quality components, equipment, and materials. We serve the construction market, the commercial, institutional, and government (CIG) market, and the industrial and utility markets. Graybar products and services support new construction, infrastructure updates, building renovation, facility maintenance, repair and operations, and original equipment manufacturing.