Warehouse Manager

SouthernCarlson, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Comprehensive Benefits

Job summary

SouthernCarlson, Inc. is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager in Houston, TX to lead daily warehouse operations and build a high-performing team. You will oversee loading, unloading, picking, stocking, and inventory movement while ensuring safety compliance and efficient processes.

You will supervise schedules, manage routes for delivery drivers, run inventory counts, and maintain a safe, organized environment. A strong focus on coaching and continuous improvement is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience managing a warehouse or distribution operation.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills.
• Experience with inventory control and warehouse reporting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer-focused mindset with proven team leadership experience.
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations, including loading, unloading, picking, stocking, staging, and inventory movement.
• Supervise, schedule, and assign work to warehouse team members to ensure productivity and accuracy. This includes managing the routes for delivery drivers.
• Coordinate and manage physical inventory counts and cycle counts.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA standards, and DOT regulations.
• Review and manage work orders, purchase orders, and inventory reports.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and direction to warehouse employees.
• Partner with regional leadership to identify and implement process improvements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication (verbal)

Communication (written)

Inventory control

Warehouse reporting

MS Office

WMS proficiency

Forklift experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Posted Friday, August 7, 2026 at 5:00 AM

The vision of SouthernCarlson is to develop strong business relationships so we understand our customers' individual needs and provide the best possible service to improve our and their profitability.

Warehouse Manager

Location: Houston, TX

Schedule: Monday – Friday | Full-Time

Compensation: Based on experience, Salary

About Us

SouthernCarlson is a leading distributor of the most recognized brands of construction and packaging tools, fasteners, jobsite supplies, and expert service across North America. Since 1947, we’ve built our foundation on service, trust, and a commitment to providing professional-grade solutions that keep our customers running strong.

We offer the broadest selection of high-quality products from top suppliers in the industry—backed by tool repair services, reliable expertise, and a passion for helping contractors, builders, and manufacturers succeed.

At SouthernCarlson, Our Promise Means More™—because how we serve matters just as much as what we deliver.

Our Core Values – OUR PROMISE MEANS MORE™

• Respect – We build relationships on trust, collaboration, and kindness while taking the time to learn, grow, and celebrate wins together.


• Integrity – We go above and beyond to help customers and employees and do what’s right to resolve issues.


• Teamwork – We support and encourage one another while working together to deliver a top-notch customer experience.


• Family Environment – We’re a nationwide company with a local, family-like feel at every branch.

Job Description

We’re seeking an experienced and motivated Warehouse Manager to lead daily warehouse operations and develop a high-performing team. This role is critical to maintaining efficient operations, ensuring safety and compliance, and supporting SouthernCarlson’s commitment to exceptional service.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee daily warehouse operations, including loading, unloading, picking, stocking, staging, and inventory movement


• Supervise, schedule, and assign work to warehouse team members to ensure productivity and accuracy. This includes managing the routes for delivery drivers


• Coordinate and manage physical inventory counts and cycle counts


• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA standards, and DOT regulations


• Review and manage work orders, purchase orders, and inventory reports


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment


• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and direction to warehouse employees


• Partner with regional leadership to identify and implement process improvements


• Perform additional duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• 3–5 years of experience managing a warehouse or distribution operation


• Strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills


• Experience with inventory control and warehouse reporting


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Customer-focused mindset with proven team leadership experience


• Proficiency with warehouse management systems and Microsoft Office


• Forklift experience preferred


• High school diploma or GED required

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Competitive Compensation – Base salary


• Collaborative Family Culture – Team-first environment built on trust and respect


• Career Growth Opportunities – We promote from within and support long-term success


• Comprehensive Benefits:
  
  
  
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  
  
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  
  
  
  

All offers are contingent on a successful background check and drug screening.

At SouthernCarlson, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

SouthernCarlson, Inc. is an equal opportunity at-will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.