Warehouse Manager

First Supply LLC; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

First Supply LLC is seeking an energetic Warehouse Manager to oversee all warehouse operations, supervise personnel and drivers, and improve processes. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and accurate record-keeping to support customer delivery and company goals.

The position requires strong leadership, experience with ERP/WMS systems, and a commitment to quality, integrity, and growth within a long-standing family-owned company mentored to embrace progress.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership with a focus on customer service.
• Experience supervising warehouse personnel and drivers.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and WMS.
• Inventory accuracy and record-keeping experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of all warehouse personnel, drivers and shipping/receiving employees.
• Ensure merchandise is received and stored efficiently and records kept per policy.
• Route planning, loading, and preparing orders for shipment per customer instructions.
• Maintain back order files and inventory accuracy.
• Develop and manage department budget; participate in hiring and development of staff.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Customer service

Verbal & written communication

Inventory management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

WMS

Job description

Overview

First Supply, a fifth-generation family-owned company, has served the Upper Midwest for over 125 years. Guided by our Employee Value Proposition,Where Tradition Meets Innovation, we foster a workplace where people learn, grow, and contribute to a company that values its heritage while embracing progress. Our teams take pride in supporting customers and communities, creating meaningful work and rewarding careers every day.

First Supply is seeking an energetic Warehouse Manager to enhance our team of dedicated individuals. We believe in offering performance-driven employees a place where they can build a career- we are seeking an individual that believes employees deserve more than just a job. If you are results and people focused, dedicated to quality, integrity, and possess the drive to succeed, then First Supply is your employer of choice!

As a Warehouse Manager you will be responsible for overseeing all warehouse operations, directly supervising warehouse personnel, drivers, and shipping/receiving employees. Monitor performance and improve personnel, systems and procedures. The warehouse team plays an important role in First Supply’s success.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of all warehouse personnel, drivers and shipping/receiving employees


• Ensure merchandise is received and stored in an efficient and economical manner, and maintain required records in conformance with company policy


• Responsible for proper routing, loading and preparing orders for shipment and delivery in accordance with customer instructions


• Review and fill back orders; maintain back order file


• Supervise and schedule maintenance of company delivery vehicles


• Maintain a preventive maintenance program


• Recommend truck purchases, lifts, hoists, shelving and other warehouse equipment


• Keep abreast of new methods of warehousing


• Responsiblefor inventory accuracy


• Ensure paperwork is complete for all inbound and outbound shipments


• Responsiblefor safety, security and maintenance of the warehouse facility and the material and equipment contained therein


• Keep all equipment in good working order


• Develop and manage department budget


• Actively assume responsibility in the hiring, development, evaluation, retention and dismissal of department personnel


• Confer with department managers to insure coordination of warehouse activities with various departments


• Attend staff meetings as scheduled


• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the General Manager

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent experience required, college degree or logistics certification preferred.


• 5+ years previous supervisory experience.


• Excellent leadership ability with a focus on customer service.


• Strong Verbal and written communication skills.


• Strong computer skills.


• Proficiency in relevant software and tools such as ERP systems, WMS, etc.

About First Supply

First Supply® is a leading main channel wholesale distributor, providing industrial customers and building contractors with an extensive line of products and services. We offer a wide range of manufacturer product lines across the plumbing, heating, air conditioning, builder, waterworks, pump/well & septic, industrial, and municipal markets. Headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, First Supply has more than 700 employees across 29 operating facilities serving Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, and Michigan.

First Supply also owns and operates 18 Kitchen & Bath Stores across five Midwestern states under the Gerhard's Kitchen, Bath & Lighting and KOHLER® Signature Store by First Supply brands. Gerhard's is the largest, most versatile kitchen and bath store in the Upper Midwest, offering a wide variety of styles—from contemporary to traditional—along with unmatched service. The KOHLER Signature Stores are immersive kitchen and bath showrooms that provide a distinguished experience where designers and homeowners can get hands-on with hundreds of exclusive KOHLER products.

With a 128-year legacy and a people-first culture, First Supply is committed to building a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow their careers. That commitment has earned national recognition, including a spot on USA Today’s 2024 Top Workplaces in the USA, as well as honors as a Woman-Led Top Workplace and an Industry Top Workplace for Distribution.

First Supply LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.