Warehouse Manager SC

Dev; Hodges (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive work culture

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A prominent manufacturing company in Greenwood County, South Carolina, is seeking a Warehouse Manager to optimize the storage and distribution of products to support operations. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and significant leadership experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment. This role requires strong skills in inventory management and problem-solving, along with a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace. Join a dedicated team focused on collaboration and safety.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution center.
• Experience with food products preferred.
• Ability to implement improvement initiatives.
• Proven ability to implement improvement initiatives.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient computer skills including ERP applications and Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to successfully multi-task in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• APIC certification is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee storage and distribution of products.
• Manage inventory flow and accuracy.
• Lead training and development for warehouse team.
• Lead training staff by setting expectations and providing regular feedback.
• Develop and manage to KPI performance and safety training compliance.
• Coordinate across locations and internal customers to optimize shipping and distribution.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Collaborative multi-tasking

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline

Tools

JDE ERP System

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Jobs for Humanity is partnering with E. A. Sween Company to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. Therefore, we prioritize individuals coming from the following communities: Refugee, Neurodivergent, Single Parent, Blind or Low Vision, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Black, Hispanic, Asian, Military Veterans, the Elderly, the LGBTQ, and Justice Impacted individuals. This position is open to candidates who reside in and have the legal right to work in the country where the job is located.

Company Name: E. A. Sween Company

Job Description

Description

We are always looking for talented, hardworking people to join the E.A. Sween family. We are a third-generation family-owned organization that understands the significance of our employees and that we are successful due to our incredibly committed team. We are excited to announce the search for our next team members for our brand-new manufacturing facility in Greenwood County, South Carolina! We are looking for a Warehouse Managerto join our growing team! The future is bright at E.A. Sween Company and we invite you to come grow with us!

E.A. Sween is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability

The Warehouse Manageris responsible for overseeing the storage and distribution of products and materials to optimally support production operations, distribution, and customer deliveries.

Strategic Thinking and Partnership:

• Exhibit a solid understanding of EA Sween processes and customer requirements.
• Demonstrate strategic thinking and innovation in the development of warehouse operations.
• Collaboration between multiple 3PL locations to coordinate shipping and distribution of raw materials and finished goods product. This includes partnering with internal customers (FSQ, Purchasing, etc.).
• Strong cross-functional relationship building skills.

Daily Receiving, Warehousing, and Distribution Operations:

• Manage inventory flow and usage accuracy from receiving raw materials through shipping of finished goods.
• Oversee process for identifying and disposing of damaged or dated product waste.
• Advise on inventory planning, scheduling, and forecasting.
• Manage daily schedule requirements to achieve accurate and timely order distribution.
• Responsible for managing the accuracy of inventory transactions within JDE ERP system. Verifying that material usage is accurate and within company standards which includes location movements, lot code traceability and the management of material shelf life.

Design Layout, Space Utilization and Product Flow:

• Plan and monitor optimal space and equipment (trailers, forklift, pallet jacks, cardboard baler, etc.) utilization.
• Design and develop a delivery schedule for supplies and materials that follows the warehouse receiving hours in collaboration with Purchasing and suppliers.
• Manage inventory flow and usage accuracy from receiving raw materials through shipping of finished goods.

Leadership:

• Manage the receiving, handling, storing, picking, packing, and shipping activities within the warehouse. This includes supervisory responsibility for warehouse team members and drivers, either directly or through subordinate supervisors.
• Lead training staff by setting expectations, providing regular feedback and recognition, and coaching for maximum performance.
• Actively demonstrate and coach in others, the spirit of the EA. Sween company values.
• Develop and manage to key performance indicators (KPI’s).
• Responsible for developing the warehouse team including performance management, hiring/terminations, discipline, training, and daily team communications on all 3 production shifts.
• Ensure all warehouse personnel successfully complete safety training programs, required forklift training and certification, and operate in a safe and clean working environment.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 3-5 years of previous leadership experience in a manufacturing or warehouse or distribution center environment. Prior experience with food products preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in warehouse logistics and inventory management.
• Proven ability to implement improvement initiatives.
• Strong decision and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient computer skills including ERP applications and Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Above average math and analysis skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to successfully multi-task in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience:

• APIC’s certification is beneficial.

Physical Environment:

• Must be able to work well with various levels of employees and diverse cultures.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to work in cool conditions of up to 50 degrees up to 20% of the time.
• The employee frequently is required to stand or walk the majority of the day; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach overhead with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl as well as the ability to bend, twist, turn, push, pull.
• The employee on occasion will lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasional second shift or weekend work may be required as job duties demand.