Warehouse Manager

FirstFour Staffing; Alabama; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstFour Group, Huntsville, AL, is partnering with a reputable organization to recruit a Warehouse Manager. This role leads day-to-day warehouse operations, overseeing receiving, replenishment, inventory, and the load crew, with approximately 60 staff under two Assistant Warehouse Managers.

The ideal candidate has a minimum bachelor’s degree and 10+ years in the industry, including 3+ years in upper management, plus experience with VIP logistics software and a strong commitment to safety and

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in business administration, Logistics, Engineering, or another industry-related field required.
• Greater than 10 years of industry-related experience including three years in upper management required.
• Stable work history and verifiable references are a must.
• Knowledge of transportation management software such as VIP or similar software package.

Responsibilities

• Oversee high volume shipping and receiving teams, ensuring accurate physical counts, adherence to product return protocols, bill of lading accuracy, and reworked product inventory meets manufacturer quality standards
• Supervise all Warehouse employees to ensure they are performing their assigned duties in an efficient manner
• Design and monitor procedures to prevent the loss of product through pilferage, damage, or aging.
• Ensure all employees abide by company policies and procedures as well as OSHA safety guidelines
• Inventory management with adherence pertaining to product rotation to LIFO principals
• Oversee product swaps, damage, breakage, and returns

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Inventory control

Team supervision

Quality control

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or logistics

Tools

VIP Transportation Management

Job description

FirstFour Group, Alabama's preeminent source for specialized professional recruitment, has partnered with a reputable organization that is seeking to add an Warehouse Manager to their team in Huntsville, Alabama.

SUMMARY

The Warehouse Manager is responsible for all day-to-day operations of the warehouse. The Warehouse Manager oversees and works closely all departments including receiving, replenishment, inventory, and load crew. The Warehouse Manager oversees a span of roughly 60 employees through 2 Assistant Warehouse Managers. This role requires significant hands-on leadership, strong personal integrity, and commitment to building a high functioning and cohesive operational team.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Oversee high volume shipping and receiving teams, ensuring accurate physical counts, adherence to product return protocols, bill of lading accuracy, and reworked product inventory meets manufacturer quality standards
• Supervise all Warehouse employees to ensure they are performing their assigned duties in an efficient manner
• Design and monitor procedures to prevent the loss of product through pilferage, damage, or aging.
• Ensure all employees (including exempt, non-exempt, and contract) abide by company policies and procedures as well as OSHA safety guidelines
• Inventory management with adherence pertaining to product rotation to LIFO principals
• Oversee product swaps, damage, breakage, and returns

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in business administration, Logistics, Engineering, or another industry-related field required. Industry related Experience can substitute for degree.
• Greater than 10 years of industry-related experience including three years in upper management required
• Stable work history and verifiable references are a must
• Knowledge of and demonstrated experience with transportation management software such as VIP or similar software package.
• Access to reliable transportation. If driving an automobile while on company business, must possess a valid driver’s license in your state of residence and auto insurance. Must be able to pass a background check, MVR, and drug screen.