Warehouse Manager

Franklin Electric

Wilburton (OK)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

401(k) with matching

Health, dental, vision insurance

Undergraduate & graduate tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Franklin Electric, located in Wilburton, Oklahoma, is actively seeking a Warehouse Manager to supervise and oversee all warehouse functions and logistics operations. This role involves ensuring orders are received and shipped correctly, managing inventory accuracy, and developing innovative management approaches to improve processes. Candidates should have a strong background in supply chain, excellent communication skills, and a relevant degree. Join Franklin Electric to make a difference while enjoying comprehensive benefits including 401(k), generous paid time off, and professional development assistance.

Qualifications

Five to seven years of relevant experience required.
Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or a related field preferred.
Effective communication skills in person and in group settings.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day operations of warehouse facility and activities.
Ensure accuracy in inventory control using digital systems.
Oversee shipping, receiving, and material handling processes.

Skills

Effective communication

Inventory control

Material handling

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field

Equivalent of four years of high school

Tools

Digital inventory control systems

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Department: Logistics / Supply Chain / Distribution / Transportation

Location: US - Oklahoma - Wilburton

Description

Embark on a career journey with Franklin Electric, where your passion meets purpose, and every day is an opportunity to make a difference in our global communities in providing access to water, fuel and electricity. Franklin Electric is a diverse team of innovators making a positive global impact since 1944. We offer innovative water solutions, ensuring access, treatment, and efficient management of this vital resource. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our innovative products, industry leading quality products, exceptional customer service, employee development, and passion for social responsibility. Join us to create a better future while growing professionally in a supportive environment! As the Warehouse Manager, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing all warehouse functions, warehouse employees, material handling, warehousing and outbound logistics, and inventory control. You will ensure accuracy in inventory and manage process flow, workloads, asset utilization, and assist with continuous improvement projects.

What You Will Be Doing:

Ensure orders are received and shipped correctly, on time and utilizing the most cost-effective methods.
Manages the day-to-day operations of the warehouse facility and activities, including shipping, receiving, material handling, inventory control, asset utilization, and maintenance.
Ensures inventory accuracy through full material flow, from receipt of raw materials to shipping of finished goods. Utilizes the digital inventory control system to maintain accurate counts. Organizes the warehouse in an efficient manner.
Determines the proper material handling and shipping methods that balance the needs of production, customer and corporate goals.
Learn, develop and drive innovative warehouse management approaches that continuous improve and support business goals.
Reviews and approves invoices and billing.
Provides product application sizing when necessary for assigned products. Completes quotes for the sale of finished goods through the customer service database.
Processes paperwork for returned materials and warranty refunds.
Maintains inventory accuracy through routine audit/cycle count program.
Plan and assists with shipping and receiving and warehouse maintenance as needed.
Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises supervisory and/or non-supervisory employee(s).
Interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding, and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Working with Human Resources on employee issues.

Who We Want:

Dedicated achievers. People who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations.
Effective communicators. People who can interpret information clearly and accurately to concisely communicate results and recommendations to stakeholders.

Skills and Abilities

Effectively communicates information and responds to questions in person-to-person and small group situations with customers, clients, the general public, and other employees of the organization.
Maintains confidentiality and uses discretion with business information.
Develops, reads and understands documents such as policy manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, work instructions, and procedure manuals.
Writes routine reports and correspondence.
Adds, subtracts, multiplies, and divides numbers (using currency and other forms of measurement).
Utilizes common-sense understanding in order to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
Deals with problems involving several known variables in situations of routine nature.
Plans the time, method, manner, and/or performance sequence of own work; may also occasionally assist in planning work assignments performed by others within a limited area of operation.
Frequently makes decisions of both minor and major importance, which may affect the work operations of other employees and/or clientele to a moderate degree.
Completes some moderately repetitive tasks.
Uses noncomplex machines and equipment (adding machines, calculators, copy/fax machines, etc.).

Education and Experience

Equivalent of four years of high school (required). Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business or related field preferred.
Five to seven years of relevant experience (required).

Computer Skills

Intermediate: Alphanumeric data entry, spreadsheet.

Basic: Word processing/typing.

Why Work at Franklin Electric?

Becoming a part of the Franklin Electric team not only provides outstanding benefits, it also opens doors to opportunities for future growth. Enjoy peace of mind with a world‑class company. But more importantly, be satisfied in knowing you make a difference.