Warehouse Manager

Central Garden & Pet; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vis

Free Life and Short-Term Disability

401k with company match and profit‑sh,

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Education Assistance

Referral Program with cash bonus

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Central Garden & Pet, Council Bluffs, IA, seeks a Warehouse Manager to lead all warehouse operations ensuring safety, accuracy, and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes driving productivity, implementing continuous improvements, and fostering an engaging team environment.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in distribution or related field with 5–7 years in warehouse or manufacturing, including 3–5 years in management. Proficiency in MS Word/Excel; SAP a plus.

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.
• SAP experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety culture and ensure compliance with safety programs.
• Oversee shipping and receiving to comply with policies and regulations.
• Drive productivity, quality, and performance through leadership and continuous improvement.
• Plan and optimize labor utilization to maximize efficiency.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and alignment with business unit requirements.
• Establish work procedures, schedules, and workflow to meet demands.
• Assign responsibilities and evaluate work for accuracy and policy adherence.
• Train and motivate employees to improve performance.
• Manage safety, inventory, and shipping with ownership of shipping operations.
• Foster collaboration and positive employee relations.
• Promote a respectful workplace and harmony among team members.
• Protect company assets by ensuring building security.
• Demonstrate initiative and a desire to learn and grow.

Skills

Warehouse leadership

Forklift certification

Statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in distribution or related field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

RF receiving knowledge

SAP

Job description

Description

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.
• SAP experience a plus.

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.