Warehouse Operations Lead — Inventory & Safety Champion

CORE & MAIN LP; Horse Cave (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401K with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Continued learning and professional-

Job summary

Core & Main is seeking a Warehouse Operations Leader based in Kentucky to drive daily warehouse activities, including receiving, storage, inventory control, and shipping. You will coach staff, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with safety and company procedures.

You’ll oversee staffing, scheduling, and training, partnering with branch leadership to meet customer service and operational goals while pushing continuous improvement and cost reductions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years in warehouse, logistics, distribution, or operations.
• Leadership experience managing warehouse personnel.
• Experience with inventory control, shipping, receiving, and WMS processes.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment and work in a warehouse environment.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop warehouse associates to achieve safety, service, and productivity goals.
• Oversee receiving, storage, inventory control, and shipping operations.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and company procedures.
• Manage warehouse staffing, scheduling, training, and performance expectations.
• Collaborate with branch leadership to support customer service and operations.
• Monitor metrics and implement efficiency-improving changes.
• Maintain equipment, facilities, and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Leadership

Warehouse operations

Inventory control

Shipping/receiving

Staffing/training

Safety/compliance

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Core & Main is seeking a Warehouse Operations Leader based in Kentucky to drive daily warehouse activities, including receiving, storage, inventory control, and shipping. You will coach staff, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with safety and company procedures.

You’ll oversee staffing, scheduling, and training, partnering with branch leadership to meet customer service and operational goals while pushing continuous improvement and cost reductions.