Warehouse Manager

All Surfaces; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

All Surfaces is seeking a proactive Warehouse Manager in Madison, WI to lead a retail/wholesale warehousing team. You will drive productivity, manage inventory, and ensure safe, efficient operations across receiving, storage, and shipping.

The role requires strong leadership, problem solving, and hands-on oversight in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of warehouse experience, 1+ year of supervisory experience, forklift certification, and a solid understanding of

Qualifications

• 5+ years of warehouse experience in retail, wholesale, or similar environments.
• 1+ years of supervisor/leadership experience.
• Forklift experience and/or certification.
• In-depth understanding of warehouse operations and best practices.
• Experience in the flooring industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop warehouse staff to create a positive, productive team environment.
• Meet and exceed customer expectations through effective daily planning and execution.
• Establish and enforce safety, cleanliness, and compliance standards in the warehouse.
• Oversee receiving, storage, order picking, packing, and shipping processes.
• Operate or coordinate use of material handling equipment and SOPs for paperwork and systems.

Skills

Warehouse leadership

Inventory management

Team management

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

All Surfaces is one of the nation’s leading distributors for flooring and sundries. We are a house of brands, comprised of Walcro, Cartwright Distributing, Tri-State Flooring, Blakely Products, All Tile – CCS, and Abraham Linc. With 45+ locations spread across 23 states. Our commitment to our Core Values—People First, Do Right, Go Beyond, Always Improve, & Let’s Go!—drives our success in partnership with our customers and suppliers.

Position Overview

The Warehouse Manager must be proactive, innovative, and analytical with a sense of urgency and the ability to work independently and as a team to strive towards operational success. Lead a team by setting productivity goals, placing inventory orders, setting up systems, and communicating within the warehouse.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 6:00am-3:30pm

Essential Functions

• Lead and develop all warehouse staff to create a positive and engaged team environment.
• Motivate the warehouse staff to meet and exceed our customers’ expectations as reviewed during routine huddles.
• Establish and reinforce operational, delivery, and warehouse safety, maintenance, compliance, and cleanliness standards.
• Manage warehouse associates, monitoring work and ensuring the safe use of warehouse equipment.
• Verify orders for accuracy and quality at every stage of receiving and shipping process.
• Operate all equipment necessary for material handling such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and other relevant equipment.
• Follow shipping and receiving standard operating procedures (SOP) for both paperwork and electronic systems processes.
• Recommends maintenance, mechanical, electrical, and facility design modifications to warehouses, buildings, and grounds.
• Organize warehouse space and inventory to meet safety, efficiency, and inventory control standards for storage and transport.
• Monitor drop points and remote warehouse locations and coordinate with other branches to ensure high customer service.
• Fosters strong communication between employees, management, and other departments.
• Able to operate fully as a backup in all warehouse positions.
• Carry out other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned or required.

Work Experience

• 5+ years of warehouse experience in retail, wholesale trade, or a similar environment.
• 1+ years of supervisor/leadership experience.
• Forklift experience and/or certification.
• In-depth understanding of the industry and best practices for warehouse operation.
• Experience in the flooring industry is a plus.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to regularly lift to 75 lbs.
• Ability to walk or stand for a long period.
• Able to wear work boots and meet the standard of the company’s workplace safety (if applicable).
• Be able to pass a background check and drug test for pre-employment screening.
• Legally permitted to work in the United States.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent degree.