Warehouse Manager

Central Garden & Pet Company; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Education assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Central Garden & Pet Company in Council Bluffs, IA seeks a Warehouse Manager to lead all warehouse operations ensuring safety, accuracy, and efficiency. The role focuses on labor planning, inventory control, shipping/receiving, and continuous improvement within a fast-paced distribution environment.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a distribution-related field and 5–7 years in warehousing with 3–5 years of management, plus forklift certification and strong MS Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a distribution or related field.
• 5 to 7 years plus of warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing experience with 3-5 years of management.
• Qualified to train and certify forklift and other material handling equipment operators.
• Ability to learn statistical analysis to develop measurable warehouse metrics.
• Working knowledge of RF receiving and replenishment procedures.
• MS Word and Excel experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and reinforce a strong safety culture in the warehouse.
• Oversee shipping and receiving to meet company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Drive productivity and quality through leadership and continuous improvement.
• Plan labor utilization to maximize efficiency and meet goals.
• Maintain inventory accuracy aligned with business needs.
• Establish work procedures, schedules, and coordinate workflow.
• Train, coach, and motivate employees to improve performance.
• Manage multiple functional areas (Safety, Inventory, Shipping) with ownership of shipping operations.
• Foster a collaborative environment and maintain positive employee relations.
• Protect company assets and ensure building security.

Skills

Safety compliance

Leadership

Warehouse operations

RF receiving

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in distribution or related field

Tools

Forklift certification

RF scanning

Job description

Location: Council Bluffs, IA, United States
Date Posted: Oct 1, 2026
Job ID: JV-2533

Central Life Sciences is searching for a Warehouse Manager in our Council Bluffs, IA location. This position oversees all warehouse operations in compliance with Central Garden & Pet and OSHA standards. Please see job details below for more information.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead by example by modeling safe behaviors and reinforcing a strong safety culture; ensure all associates comply with established safety programs and procedures.
• Oversee shipping and receiving operations to ensure compliance with company policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive productivity, quality, and performance driven metrics through effective leadership, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Plan and optimize labor utilization to maximize efficiency while meeting operational and performance goals.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and quality, maintaining levels aligned with business unit requirements.
• Establish work procedures, develop schedules, and coordinate workflow to meet operational demands.
• Assign responsibilities and evaluate work to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to policies and procedures.
• Train, coach, and motivate employees to improve performance, engagement, and professional development.
• Effectively manage multiple functional responsibilities (Safety, Inventory, and Shipping) while maintaining full ownership of shipping operations.
• Foster a collaborative, team-oriented work environment and maintain positive employee relations.
• Promote a respectful workplace and maintain harmony among team members.
• Protect company assets by ensuring proper building security and safeguarding property.
• Demonstrate initiative as a self-starter with a strong desire to learn, grow, and take on increased responsibility.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in a distribution or related field.
• 5 to 7 years plus of experience in warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing environment with 3-5 -years of prior management experience.
• Qualified to train and certify forklift and other material handling equipment operators.
• Ability to learn statistical analysis to develop measurable warehouse metrics.
• Working knowledge of RF receiving, replenishment procedures.
• MS Word and Excel experience strongly preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is conducted primarily in a warehouse/office environment with adequate lighting and variable temperature levels.
• There may be some variation in work hours due to additional shifts, special projects, deadlines, or other business initiatives.

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual profit-sharing bonus!
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay
• Paid parental leave

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief that home is central to life, the Company's purpose is to proudly nurture happy and healthy homes. For over 45 years, its innovative and trusted solutions have helped lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified portfolio of market-leading brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Best Bully Sticks®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Kaytee®, Nylabone®, Pennington®, Sevin® and Zoёcon®. With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.1 billion, Central has strong manufacturing and logistics capabilities supported by a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. The Company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and employs over 6,000 people, primarily across North America. Visit www.central.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.