Warehouse Manager

Ascendo-Resources; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendo-Resources is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager for a fast-paced manufacturing environment in New Jersey. You will oversee day-to-day warehouse operations, inventory, shipping, receiving, and distribution, ensuring product flow and accuracy while prioritizing safety.

The role is hands-on, requiring floor presence, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and flexibility for extended hours including occasional evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of warehouse management or operations leadership.
• Experience supervising warehouse teams in fast-paced settings.
• Strong knowledge of receiving, shipping, inventory control, and distribution.
• Familiarity with safety, quality, and compliance procedures in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily receiving, warehousing, inventory, shipping, and distribution.
• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse supervisors and staff.
• Ensure inventory is accurately processed and documented.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels and oversee cycle counts.
• Ensure proper storage and FIFO rotation.
• Coordinate with production to ensure materials are available.
• Oversee outbound shipments and shipping documentation.
• Support transportation scheduling and daily delivery coverage.
• Monitor KPIs and identify cost reductions and efficiency gains.
• Lead training and reinforce policies; ensure safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Warehouse management

Operations leadership

Team coaching

FIFO & inventory control

KPI tracking

Problem solving

Tools

Forklift (training)

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to oversee day-to-day warehouse, inventory, shipping, receiving, and distribution operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This position will lead warehouse personnel while ensuring efficient product flow, inventory accuracy, timely shipments, safety, and compliance with established operational procedures. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who is comfortable working on the warehouse floor, managing multiple priorities, and supporting an operation with extended hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily receiving, warehousing, inventory, shipping, and distribution activities.
• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse supervisors, leads, and support staff.
• Ensure incoming and outgoing inventory is accurately processed and properly documented.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels and oversee cycle counts, audits, and replenishment needs.
• Ensure proper inventory storage and rotation using FIFO practices.
• Coordinate with production and other departments to ensure materials and finished products are available when needed.
• Oversee outbound shipments, loading procedures, and required shipping documentation.
• Support transportation scheduling and ensure daily delivery needs are appropriately covered.
• Monitor warehouse KPIs, productivity, accuracy, and overall operational performance.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and increased warehouse efficiency.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized warehouse environment.
• Lead employee training and reinforce operational policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality and food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse management or operations leadership experience.
• Experience supervising warehouse teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of receiving, shipping, inventory control, and distribution processes.
• Experience working within a manufacturing, production, food, or similar operational environment preferred.
• Familiarity with warehouse safety, quality, and compliance procedures.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Experience tracking warehouse KPIs and implementing process improvements.
• Forklift knowledge or experience preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs, including occasional evenings or weekends.
• Ability to work in a hands-on environment and spend significant time on the warehouse floor.