Warehouse Manager (Inventory)

WESCO; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WESCO is seeking a hands-on Warehouse Manager focused on Inventory Management in Macon, GA. You will lead a high-performing team, drive inventory control initiatives, and partner with sales to meet demand while improving operational efficiency.

In this fast-paced role, you will implement process improvements, monitor performance metrics, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across the site. A strong leader with experience in cycle counting and WMS is valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years supervision in warehouse environment; 5 years preferred.
• 1+ years supervision with inventory control and cycle counting; 5 years preferred.
• Extensive experience leading full cycle warehouse activities.
• Experience engagement with handling materials.
• Excellent computer skills and warehouse management system experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a fast paced, hands-on environment.
• Lead a team of operations associates to deliver best-in-class service.
• Select, coach, counsel, and develop a team of warehouse associates, including a team lead.
• Align with sales to anticipate operational demands, build trust in operational ability, and provide exceptional service to our customers.
• Serve as a liaison and build meaningful relationships with leadership peers, sales, customer service, transportation, facilities, finance, audit teams, and other Anixter teams.
• Design and implement new procedures, prepare cost projections, lead maintenance activities and analyze site performance.
• Monitor workflow, work completed, error rates and related metrics and adjust accordingly.
• Direct and oversee programs to ensure safety of all associates, equipment and property; ensure compliance with all company, customer and government/regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and develop staffing plans to ensure proper staffing levels; manages labor costs, overtime and retention.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Cycle counting

Communication

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Warehouse management system

Excel

Job description

We’re looking for a hands‑on Warehouse Manager focused specifically on Inventory Management to lead inventory control and reclamation for a complex, high-volume operations. As the Warehouse Manager, you will lead and develop a high-performing team while driving change and improving operational efficiency. You will establish strong communication practices, engage employees, and implement process improvements to support continuous improvement. You will work in in a fast-paced, hands‑on environment with meaningful opportunities for growth.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a fast paced, hands-on environment.
• Lead a team of operations associates to ensure best in class customer service is delivered daily.
• Select, coach, counsel, and develop a team of warehouse associates, including a team lead.
• Align with sales to anticipate operational demands, build trust in operational ability, and provide exceptional service to our customers.
• Serve as a liaison and build meaningful relationships with; Leadership peers, sales teams, customer service, transportation, facilities, finance, audit teams, corporate quality and other Anixter teams.
• Design and implement new procedures, prepares cost projections, lead maintenance activities and analyze site performance.
• Monitors workflow, work completed, error rates and related metrics and adjusts accordingly.
• Direct and oversee programs to ensure safety of all associates, equipment and property. Ensure compliance with all company, customer and government/regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and develop staffing plans to ensure proper staffing levels -- manages labor costs, overtime and retention.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1+ years required, 5 years preferred, of supervision in warehouse environment
• 1+ years required, 5 years preferred, of supervision with inventory control and cycle counting
• Extensive experience leading full cycle warehouse activities
• Experienced engagement with handling materials
• Ability to interface effectively with warehouse team members, other departments, customers, sales teams and vendors
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment, set clear expectations, and hold people accountable
• Experience identifying development opportunities and leading change initiatives
• Knowledge of inventory management practices, warehouse and distribution best practices, quality management systems and facility maintenance programs
• Excellent computer skills and warehouse management system experience required
• Strong communicator, self-directed, motivated and goal oriented

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At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits (https://www.wesco.com/us/en/our-company/careers/work-at-wesco.html#benefits) and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.