Warehouse Manager

8797 ACS U.S.A., LLC; Front Royal (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

8797 ACS U.S.A., LLC in Front Royal, VA is looking for a Warehouse Manager responsible for ensuring safety and productivity at the manufacturing site. The role involves managing the warehouse team, optimizing operational excellence, and ensuring adherence to safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have extensive warehousing experience, including leading production operations, and familiarity with SAP and logistics management. Axalta celebrates inclusivity, providing equal opportunity for all applicants.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 5 years of warehousing/logistics experience; 3 years leading production or warehouse operations.
• Experience in coatings/chemical industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct management of the warehouse team and ensure safe execution of shipments.
• Manage safe, timely, and accurate shipment of all customer and consignment orders.
• Drive operational excellence by identifying and eliminating problems that impede service.

Skills

Warehousing/logistics experience

Leadership in production operations

Proficiency in SAP

Understanding of logistics

Handling hazardous materials safely

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title

Warehouse Manager

Location

Front Royal, VA Manufacturing Site

Company Overview

Axalta is a global coatings company that provides innovative and sustainable solutions across various markets.

Job Summary

The Warehouse Manager is responsible for safety, security, and productivity at the Front Royal manufacturing site. The role builds a vision and drives a culture of safety and operational excellence, partnering with other production departments, logistics and supply chain to achieve delivery of our product to key customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct management of the warehouse team and ensure safe execution of shipments.
• Accountable for warehouse performance measured through key metrics including productivity, safety, financial, and customer.
• Manage safe, timely, and accurate shipment of all customer and consignment orders.
• Maintain inventory to standard and schedule.
• Ensure compliance with Axalta and local safety requirements, forklift certification and PPE.
• Drive operational excellence by identifying and eliminating problems that impede service or add cost.
• Design improvement programs and work with cross‑functional teams to implement solutions.
• Implement work process best practices, supporting tools, and staffing model to manage cost versus budget at target service level.
• Lead SAP S/4Hana WM and TM data accuracy, testing, and training for the site team.
• Support sales goals by delivering and improving customer service profitably.
• Answer customer questions and resolve complaints, directly and through delegation.
• Set goals and objectives for site performance aligned with business goals.
• Monitor productivity metrics, design and implement plans to achieve goals.
• Maintain visual boards with productivity, quality, and EHS metrics.
• Conduct root cause analysis for service failures and implement corrective actions.
• Lead team performance reviews, training, safety training, and issue resolution with support from leadership.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 5 years of warehousing/logistics experience; 3 years leading production or warehouse operations.
• Experience in coatings/chemical industry a plus.
• Ability to understand, track, and report on key financial indicators tied to the warehouse.
• Proficiency with computer systems including SAP, Outlook, Microsoft Office.
• Strong understanding of warehousing, transportation, and logistics.
• Knowledge of managing hazardous materials safely.

EEO Statement

Axalta is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.