Warehouse Manager

Ascendo Resources; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendo Resources seeks an experienced Warehouse Manager to oversee day-to-day warehouse and distribution operations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment in New Jersey. You will lead warehouse personnel, coordinate inbound and outbound activities, and ensure inventory accuracy and safety on the floor.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can manage supervisors and staff, drive continuous improvement, and support flexible hours including occasional evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Hands-on leader with experience managing warehouse staff.
• Strong knowledge of receiving, storage, inventory control, and distribution.
• Experience tracking warehouse KPIs and performance.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and make operational decisions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily receiving, storage, inventory, shipping, and distribution activities.
• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse supervisors, leads, and staff.
• Ensure inbound/outbound inventory is processed accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain inventory levels and oversee cycle counts and audits.
• Ensure proper storage, rotation, and replenishment procedures.
• Coordinate shipping schedules and transportation.
• Complete shipping/receiving documentation accurately.
• Monitor KPIs and identify opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Partner with operations to ensure materials/products are available when needed.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant warehouse environment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and establish procedures.
• Support training and workforce development.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Inventory control

Warehouse operations

KPI tracking

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Scheduling

Forklift experience

Tools

WMS

Job description

A well-established organization is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to oversee day-to-day warehouse and distribution operations within a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This individual will be responsible for leading warehouse personnel, maintaining inventory accuracy, coordinating inbound and outbound activities, and ensuring operational and safety standards are consistently met.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who is comfortable managing a team, working directly on the warehouse floor, and supporting an operation that requires flexibility outside of traditional business hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily receiving, storage, inventory, shipping, and distribution activities.
• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse supervisors, leads, and operational staff.
• Ensure inbound and outbound inventory is processed accurately and according to schedule.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels and oversee cycle counts, inventory audits, and replenishment.
• Ensure proper inventory rotation and storage procedures are followed.
• Coordinate shipping schedules, transportation activities, and outbound deliveries.
• Ensure shipping, receiving, and transportation documentation is completed accurately.
• Monitor warehouse KPIs and identify opportunities to improve productivity, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Partner with operations and other departments to ensure materials and products are available when needed.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant warehouse environment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and establish effective warehouse procedures.
• Support employee training, performance management, and workforce development.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse management or distribution leadership experience required.
• Experience managing supervisors, leads, and/or warehouse associates.
• Strong knowledge of receiving, shipping, inventory control, and warehouse operations.
• Experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and make effective operational decisions.
• Experience tracking warehouse KPIs and operational performance.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and warehouse technology.
• Forklift knowledge or experience preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs, including occasional evenings and weekends.

Ascendo is 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability