Warehouse Manager

Irby Utilities; Northampton Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Irby Utilities is seeking a Warehouse Manager to lead warehouse operations, focusing on team growth and logistics management. The role requires effective leadership, communication skills, and experience in warehouse management to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

401K Plan

Medical Plans

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Proven experience in warehouse management and logistics.
• Ability to train and develop associates.
• Strong communication skills for presenting information.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all warehouse operations and manage associates.
• Conduct safety audits and manage inventory control.
• Prepare reports on operations and associate metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Effective Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Five years of related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Your next career opportunity

As one of the largest utility distribution organizations in America, we constantly strive to bring our best to our customers, suppliers, and fellow associates. Irby Utilities is uniquely positioned to provide dynamic solutions to essential utility services impacting our local and broader communities.

Warehouse Manager

Job Summary

Do you excel in leadership and have a keen interest in logistics and team growth? We’re looking for a Warehouse Manager to elevate our warehouse operations. If you’re eager to make a meaningful impact, then join our team!

As the Warehouse Manager, you will oversee all warehouse operations. This position involves managing warehouse associates and/or drivers within our branch while delivering optimal efficiency and exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities

1. Leadership: Cultivate a winning culture by leading and working alongside the warehouse team through proper training, creating a team mentality with a focus on safety, and coaching and mentoring associates.
2. Hiring: Interview and hire candidates for various warehouse positions, assessing and selecting qualified team-oriented associates.
3. Employee Training & Development: Oversee the initial and ongoing training of all warehouse associates ensuring they meet qualification standards. Conduct performance evaluations and manage personnel issues to maintain a motivated and efficient team focusing on increasing revenue and decreasing costs.
4. Warehouse Operations: Inspect facilities, grounds, and equipment, identifying and arranging repairs and suggesting replacements. Manage property control, including inventory levels of warehouse materials including purchasing supplies, tools, and PPE for associates.
5. Safety Audits: Conduct quarterly audits and participate in daily safety expectations.
6. Inventory Control: Participate in and oversee routine cycle counting program, inventory discrepancies research, returns, damage adjustments, SOP and procedural understanding and continuous improvement efforts.
7. Logistics Management: Oversee transportation logistics, including delivery scheduling, route planning, and customer satisfaction.
8. Customer Focused: Lead customer returns process, validating accuracy of those returns through collaboration with team members. Perform timely corrective actions through involvement in any customer delivery issues and investigations.
9. Reporting: Prepare reports on operations, inventory, associate metrics, and financial matters for management.

Experience Needed

1. Management: Understanding and proven experience of warehouse management including leading a team, material handling, shipping/receiving, and logistics. Skill in planning and organizing in anticipation of future events and contingencies. Ability to train and develop associates while driving a positive culture.
2. Effective Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for presenting information to associates, management, customers, and vendors.
3. Problem-Solving: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and provide innovative solutions. Experience in enhancing processes to improve overall performance and productivity.
4. Technical Aptitude: Proficiency working within ERPs and Microsoft Office Suite.

Experience Preferred

1. Five years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Supervisory or management experience of associates in a warehouse environment.
3. PIT/Forklift operation, understanding of OSHA, SDS & DOT.

Why work for Irby?

Irby Utilities is a crucial link in the distribution chain, connecting manufacturers to their customers in electrical power, natural gas, and broadband services. Our team delivers end-to-end solutions through logistical and operational support, sales and account management, project services, data analysis, and more. We attribute our success to our people and are constantly advancing our skills and abilities.

Our Competitive Benefits

401K Plan, Medical Plans (medical, dental, and vision), Paid Time Off, Holidays, Floating Holiday, On Demand Pay, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, Disability and Life Insurance.

About Irby

Irby is a leading provider for utility and utility contracting marketplaces, offering nearly 100 years of utility experience, innovative products, and customized services across various segments including distribution, transmission, substation, generation, renewable energy, EPC, fiber/broadband, and gas. Visit irby.com for more.

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