Warehouse Manager

C.H. Guenther & Son, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 79,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement options

FSAs

Employee assistance

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

C.H. Guenther & Son, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Manager to lead warehouse team leaders and cycle count personnel.

The role focuses on inventory control, overall warehouse operations, audit readiness, departmental safety, quality and performance to budget. The manager develops annual budgets, improves space utilization, oversees materials handling equipment, ensures compliance with HACCP/SQF/AIB requirements, hires and evaluates staff, and coordinates with other departments to maintain

Qualifications

• Five plus years’ direct supervisory experience in shipping and/or receiving in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in food manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of HACCP, SQF and AIB requirements.
• Ability to lead and train teams, communicate across levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for warehouse team leaders and cycle count personnel.
• Develop and manage annual budgets, improve inventory and space utilization.
• Ensure audit readiness, safety, quality and budget performance.
• Oversee equipment maintenance, capital projects, and cost control.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Communication

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Education

Vocational/technical degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

ERP

Job description

Warehouse Manager provides leadership for warehouse team leaders and cycle count personnel. Manager is also responsible for inventory control, overall warehouse operations, audit preparedness, departmental safety, quality and performance to budget. Also ensures adherence to company training schedule and compliance with all company policies. Manages warehouse operations by developing and managing annual budgets, developing and tracking efficiencies and utilization of space, man-power and equipment, monitoring equipment repair and purchase, overseeing materials management, ensuring audit readiness, providing material handling equipment training and performing other duties as required. Makes personnel decisions regarding hiring, transfers, corrections actions, etc. Supervises personnel by conducting meetings with warehouse Team Leaders, clerks, and other team members, providing counseling to resolve problems, assigning job duties, ensuring completion of job assignments and reassigning jobs as necessary. Performs semi-annual and annual performance evaluations (PMDs). Issues corrective actions where necessary. Manages inventory control by developing and implementing inventory improvement processes, training employees in use of inventory management procedures, resolving inventory issues, monitoring inventory adjustments and cycle-counting process performance, overseeing physical inventories and ensuring correction of any discrepancies. Ensures financial control of warehouse operations by overseeing month-end inventories, year-end inventory and quarterly supply chain audits. Monitors execution of capital projects within warehouse areas. Completes administrative duties by compiling various reports, ensuring all relevant data is entered into computer, providing cross functional support to other departments and overseeing communications with other departments and customers.

Formal Education

Requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with a degree, diploma or equivalent from a college, technical, business, or vocational school. Applicable experience in related field may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Experience

Five plus years’ direct supervisory experience in shipping and/or receiving in a manufacturing environment is required. Experience in food manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Must have thorough knowledge and understanding of HACCP, SQF and AIB requirements. Must demonstrate leadership and team building skills to effectively supervise professional and non-professional staff. Must have strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively throughout various levels within the organization. Must have knowledge and understanding of all relevant federal and state laws, regulations, and operating guidelines. Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as required. Must be computer literate, and proficient in the use of all job-related software utilized by C.H. Guenther, especially Microsoft Office products, SAP or similar ERP package. Must be expert in the use of industrial powered material handling equipment, yard tractor, scissor lift and industrial warehouse equipment other equipment as required. Must either have or be able to maintain equipment usage certifications. Must have good analytical and reasoning skills. Must be able to interpret and apply all technical literature necessary to support job requirements. Must be knowledgeable of all regulatory policies as they apply to C.H. Guenther.

Certifications / Licences

Valid Driver’s License; Industrial Powered Material Handling Equipment Operator License; Industrial Powered Material Handling Equipment Operator Train-the-Trainer Certification; Any other licences that may be necessary to perform the function of the position.

At C.H. Guenther, we value transparency in compensation. By providing the salary range for this role, we aim to promote fairness and help candidates make informed choices about their career. The salary range for this role is: $78,750.00 - $126,000.00 USD. Actual compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as geographic location. C.H. Guenther & Son will never offer or pay a wage or salary that is not compliant with applicable local, state, or federal pay laws, including minimum salary thresholds.

• health and disability insurance
• retirement savings options
• flexible spending accounts
• employee assistance programs
• educational assistance
• parental leave
• paid time off
• company-paid holidays

For additional information about our company, go to www.chg.com. C.H. Guenther & Son and its subsidiaries are E-Verify participating employers. Click here for more information regarding E-verify. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the pre-employment screening process which includes a drug screen and review of criminal background and other records as required. AA/EEO/Drug-Free Employer C.H. Guenther is a growing, privately owned corporation that has delivered high quality products, traditional flavors and our just 'baked from scratch' taste since 1851. We are a leading supplier of baked and frozen food products; appetizers, snacks and soups; gravies, sauces and seasonings; biscuits and more for foodservice and consumer markets in North America and Europe. Our well-loved retail brands such as Pioneer, White Wings, Sun-Bird and Cuisine Adventures have been included at family meals for generations. With a relentless pursuit of excellence, we develop innovative food solutions and create sustainable value for our people, our customers, and our communities. We accomplish this by deploying best in class capabilities and being an employer of choice. We strive for high-performance, with a positive attitude in all that we do. We are results driven, communicate openly and honestly, value diversity and foster long-term relationships. Our leaders are committed to nurturing our diverse talent, their ideas, and unique perspectives. We strive to harness the full potential of our most important resource – our people. Our heritage is driven by our commitment to the core values of integrity/respect, empowerment, accountability, collaboration, and agility. Our vision is to nourish society as a transformational leader in the future of food. Join us in our purpose to create memorable moments through the power of food!