Warehouse Manager – 3rd party logistics company

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company near Lexington, KY is searching for a Warehouse Manager. The ideal candidate will oversee warehouse operations, ensuring that shipping and receiving processes meet schedules while enforcing safety protocols. Applicants should have 5-10 years of warehouse experience, leadership skills, and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required. Join a dynamic team focused on productivity and safety.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in a warehouse environment.
• 3-5 years of experience in warehouse management.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the warehouse team operation.
• Ensure team members follow safety protocols.
• Monitor inventory and ensure timely deliveries.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Job description

An international 3rd party logistics company is actively seeking a Warehouse Manager to join their facility near Lexington, KY.

Responsibilities of Warehouse Manager

• Supervise the warehouse team operation of the plant, preparing and completing shipping according to schedule (load, pack, wrap, label, ship), receiving and processing warehouse stock products (pick, unload, label, store)
• Ensure team members are following safety protocol inside of warehouse and work area is clean
• Monitor inventory and ensure deliveries are made on time
• Communicate with customers directly to respond to their needs
• Provide training for new/current customer service representatives to enhance productivity and efficiency
• Build and maintain a professional relationship with team member for effective communication
• Manage team member’s schedule and make adjustments in case of conflicts
• Assist in warehouse labor if help is necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications of Warehouse Manager

• 5-10 years of experience in warehouse environment
• 3-5 years of experience in warehouse management
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent experience or equivalent experience
• Strong leadership skills in team environment and skills to bring positive atmosphere to the team
• Ability to be flexible to work effectively with wide variety of people and to work responsibly and effectively in a multicultural environment
• Excellent communication (Speaking, Writing, Reading, Listening) and presentation skills
• Ability to multi-task and perform duties time efficiently
• Team-worker, Detail-oriented, Responsible, Punctual, Self-motivated
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel
• While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 50 pounds, lift in excess of 50 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.