Warehouse Manager

Foley Equipment; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with matching

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life & AD&D, short- and long-term disb

Wellness programs

Holiday, PTO, and Parental Leave

Casual dress attire

Family-owned company

Job summary

Foley Equipment seeks a Warehouse Manager to lead Parts Distribution and warehouse operations. This hands-on role balances leadership duties with direct involvement in daily tasks and priorities, ensuring safety, quality, and service across the team.

You will coordinate with customers and internal staff, manage inventory, and drive productivity while traveling for training as needed. Valid drivers license and forklift proficiency required.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a warehouse team and enforcing safety standards.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Excellent customer relations abilities and teamwork.
• Willingness to work with internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily activities of Parts Distribution staff, including task assignments and scheduling.
• Assist with inbound/outbound processes and support warehouse operations.
• Collaborate with management to set yearly objectives for assigned processes.
• Maintain open communication with customers and Caterpillar to identify needs.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Customer relations

Communication

Forklift operation

Valid drivers license

Tools

Forklift

Job description

The Warehouse Manager leads and supports the Parts Distribution personnel and Warehouse operations. You will also work closely with internal and external customers to promote superior quality, safety, and service. This position functions as a working manager, balancing leadership responsibilities with direct involvement in daily operations and team tasks. The individual is expected to provide hands-on support while managing priorities, performance, and overall team success.

What You Will Do In This Role

• Direct the daily activities of Parts Distribution employees, including the assignment of duties to employees, operational safety, scheduling break periods, work hours, and vacations.
• Support the Parts Distribution employees by assisting with all aspects of the assigned inbound or outbound processes.
• Create and achieve, with management, a yearly plan of objectives and goals for assigned inbound or outbound processes.
• Maintain open communication with customers, employees, and Caterpillar by gaining feedback to identify their needs and proactively seek to support their needs.
• Operate forklift and hand trucks to load/unload orders, as well as transporting parts and materials to other areas within the parts warehouse.
• Resolve any inventory issues through appropriate company processes.
• Maintain the profitability levels set by management.
• Travel is required for training and/or to assist at other locations.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Previous management of people – with a proven track record of positive employee relations and staff development
• Problem solving skills
• Excellent customer relations skills
• Strong communication skills
• Basic knowledge of all equipment to safely perform Parts functions
• Ability to drive and valid driver’s license required.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Prior warehouse experience, parts experience or experience in other related field

Physical & Working Requirements

This role involves active work in a parts warehouse and distribution environment. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. These functions may include:

• Occasional lifting of heavier items up to 75 pounds
• Regularlifting and carrying of parts weighing up to 50pounds
• Standing and walking for extended periods, with occasional sitting
• Frequent bending, crouching, and reaching at various heights, including overhead
• Pushing and pulling materials or equipment with moderate to heavy force
• Climbing stairs, ladders, or equipment to access inventory
• Frequent use of hands for gripping, handling, and fine motor coordination when working with parts and tools
• Maintaining full range of motion, including neck and trunk movement and rotation
• Performing tasks requiring coordination of hands, feet, and visual focus
• Operating warehouse tools and equipment safely (e.g., carts, lifts, or other department tools)
• Visual abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
• Communicating effectively to support team coordination and customer needs
• Driving or traveling for business purposes, depending on location and role responsibilities

Post-Offer, Pre-Employment Requirements

Final candidates will receive a conditional offer of employment contingent upon successfully completing a post-offer, pre-employment process. This process may include:

• Drug and alcohol screening (including marijuana, as Foley is a federal contractor and subject to federal requirements)
• Criminal background check conducted in accordance with applicable laws
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review, where applicable
• Job-related physical assessment to evaluate ability to safely perform essential job functions

All pre-employment screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and are job-related and consistent with business necessity.

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive pay to recognize your valuable contribution
• 401(k) with matching
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Basic Life & AD&D, short-term disability, & and long-term disability
• Wellness programs to focus on building healthy habits while earning prizes and cash bonuses throughout the year
• Holiday, PTO, and Parental Leave, promoting work-life balance and personal growth
• Casual dress attire
• Family-owned company where you’re more than just another employee

Foley Industries – Foley Equipment, Foley Power Solutions, Foley Rental, and SITECH Central – proudly stands at the forefront of progress, serving customers in Kansas and Western Missouri for over nine decades. With a dedicated team of over 1,000 employees, we are committed to delivering exceptional service, top-quality parts and rentals, and unparalleled sales support across a comprehensive range of Caterpillar and allied construction equipment, power generation solutions, and cutting-edge SITECH construction technology. As we continue to empower our customers' success, we invite you to explore the endless opportunities that await you at Foley. To learn more about our company and join our team of industry leaders, please visit www.FoleyEq.com.

Foley Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Race/Gender/Veteran/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity). To request a reasonable accommodation or assistance in completing the application, call 316-943-4211 or email [e-mail].

At this time Foley does not participate in any Visa sponsorship programs.