Warehouse Manager

Western Specialty Contractors; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Specialty Contractors in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a warehouse associate to manage shipping, receiving, inventory, and order fulfillment. You will input sales orders, maintain clean and safe storage, and support the service team as needed.

This role requires 2+ years in distribution or retail, experience with shipping, reading schematics or blueprints, and a valid driver's license. Knowledge of Hilti tools and Microsoft Office helps; ESOP-owned company offers growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of distribution/retail experience.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• General mechanical knowledge and ability to read schematics/blueprints.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Familiarity with inventory management and shipping programs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain quality relationships with Western Branch personnel and outside customers.
• Pack and prepare orders for shipping; input sales orders into QuickBooks for shipped products.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse; ensure a safe work environment.
• Schedule transportation and track shipments; manage inventory levels.

Skills

Distribution/retail experience

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read schematics

Blueprints

Lift 50 pounds

Tools

Hilti

Microsoft Office

Job description

Build Your Career. Build Your Legacy.

At Western Specialty Contractors, You’re an Owner. For more than

Build Your Career. Build Your Legacy. At Western Specialty Contractors, You’re an Owner. For more than 110 years, Western Specialty Contractors has been building more than projects—we’ve been building people, careers, and communities. Founded in St. Louis and proudly employee‑owned through our ESOP, we are the nation’s largest specialty contractor, restoring and protecting building envelopes through expertise in facades, concrete, roofing, and waterproofing.

Why Western?

As an employee‑owned company, you’re not just working for Western—you’re working with Western. Every team member has a stake in our success. That ownership mindset fuels a culture where people look out for each other, take pride in their work, and know their contributions truly matter.

Grow With Us

With 30+ branches nationwide, Western offers opportunities to build a career that grows with you. From hands‑on field experience to specialized training and leadership development, we invest in your future at every stage.

Warehouse Responsibilities

Customer Relations

• Maintain quality relationships with Western Branch personnel and outside customers
• Provide economical and alterative options based on needs and availability
• Responsible for prompt resolution of customer related issues and related follow‑up paperwork
• Quality control of processed orders to ensure accuracy in shipments

Inventory

• Determine adequate levels of inventory items to ensure availability of product for orders, and eliminate overstocking
• Utilizing and maintaining barcode system
• Investigate, report, and adjust inventory shortages and discrepancies
• Back up Service Manager, when necessary, confirm all incoming orders for accuracy

Logistics and Transportation

• Schedule transportation for both incoming and outgoing stock products
• Track and follow up on transit shipments
• Determine and maintain adequate stock of shipping materials

Overall Warehouse

• Pack and prepare orders for shipping
• Input Sales orders into QuickBooks for shipped products
• Maintain clean and organized warehouse conditions
• Maintain a safe work environment

Warehouse Requirements

• 2+ years of distribution/retail experience
• Hilti experience a plus
• Experience in Microsoft Office
• General knowledge of construction materials and equipment
• Experience in shipping and receiving
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds
• Good communication and problem‑solving skills
• Comfortable working in a warehouse setting (no air conditioning)
• General computer knowledge for inventory management program and shipping program
• Strong mechanical and problem‑solving skills
• Familiarity with electric motors a plus
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints
• A valid driver’s license

Compensation for this role is determined using a variety of factors, including experience, skills, internal equity, market benchmarks, and the cost of labor in the different geographic locations where we operate. In addition to base pay, this position may also be eligible for:

• Beneficial ownership in the Company through Western's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Participation in the Company’s annual performance-based bonus program.
• A comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, maternity leave, and additional benefits designed to support employees and their families.

US Pay Range: $54,000 USD - $81,000 USD

Western Specialty Contractors does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law in the provision of employment opportunities and benefits.