Warehouse Manager

Blaze: Heating, Cooling, Electrical & Plumbing; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vis

Disability & Term Life Insurance

401(k) matching

Career Development

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Blaze Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical in Durham, NC seeks an experienced Warehouse Manager to oversee daily warehouse operations, safeguard inventory, and support field teams with timely materials. You will lead a team, coordinate with dispatch and procurement, optimize stock levels, and implement safe, efficient practices to reduce waste and downtime.

The role offers competitive pay, full benefits, a 401(k) with matching, and opportunities for career development as you streamline

Qualifications

• 3+ years of warehouse, inventory, logistics, or operations experience preferred.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• HVAC, plumbing, electrical, construction, or home-services experience strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with inventory management and business software.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced service environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop processes and hold others accountable to them.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to safely lift and move materials and equipment commonly found in a trades warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations, organization, cleanliness, and security.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general service materials.
• Establish and maintain minimum/maximum stocking levels for commonly used parts and supplies.
• Receive, inspect, organize, and properly store incoming materials and equipment.
• Coordinate material staging for installations, service work, and special projects.
• Manage inventory counts, cycle counts, discrepancies, returns, and warranty materials.
• Work with purchasing and operations leadership to reduce unnecessary inventory and material waste.
• Maintain an organized system so technicians can quickly locate and obtain needed materials.
• Monitor technician truck stock and help establish consistent truck inventory standards.
• Maintain appropriate controls for tools, equipment, refrigerant, high-value inventory, and other company assets.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Logistics coordination

Team supervision

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Driving license

Safety compliance

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Inventory software

Job description

Overview

At Blaze

At Blaze Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical, we're looking for an experienced Warehouse Manager who takes pride in maintaining efficient operations, supporting field teams, and ensuring company assets are managed effectively. Whether your expertise is in inventory control, warehouse operations, fleet management, logistics coordination, or team leadership, we've created a workplace where your skills are valued, your contributions make a direct impact, and your career can thrive.

Compensation

• $60,000 - $70,000 annually

Why YOU Should Join Our Team

• Competitive Pay: Your hard work deserves top compensation.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision plans to keep you and your loved ones healthy.
• Security & Growth: Disability & Term Life Insurance, plus matching 401k benefits.
• Career Development: Ongoing training & development with clear pathways for growth.
• Paid Time Off: Paid Holidays & PTO to ensure you can recharge and enjoy life outside of work.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse & Inventory Management

• Oversee daily warehouse operations, organization, cleanliness, and security.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general service materials.
• Establish and maintain minimum/maximum stocking levels for commonly used parts and supplies.
• Receive, inspect, organize, and properly store incoming materials and equipment.
• Coordinate material staging for installations, service work, and special projects.
• Manage inventory counts, cycle counts, discrepancies, returns, and warranty materials.
• Work with purchasing and operations leadership to reduce unnecessary inventory and material waste.
• Maintain an organized system so technicians can quickly locate and obtain needed materials.
• Monitor technician truck stock and help establish consistent truck inventory standards.
• Maintain appropriate controls for tools, equipment, refrigerant, high-value inventory, and other company assets.

Leadership & Operational Support

• Lead, train, schedule, and hold accountable warehouse personnel as applicable.
• Build processes that make it easier for technicians and installers to get what they need and get into the field quickly.
• Partner closely with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, dispatch, purchasing, and operations leadership.
• Track warehouse and fleet performance and communicate issues requiring leadership attention.
• Maintain vendor relationships and hold vendors accountable for pricing, quality, and turnaround time.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and eliminate unnecessary downtime.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and professional warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of warehouse, inventory, logistics, or operations experience preferred.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• HVAC, plumbing, electrical, construction, or home-services experience strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with inventory management and business software.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced service environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop processes and hold others accountable to them.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to safely lift and move materials and equipment commonly found in a trades warehouse.

Posted Min Pay Rate

USD $60,000.00/Yr.

Posted Max Pay Rate

USD $70,000.00/Yr.