Warehouse Operations Lead: Inventory, Shipping & Cost Control

AAMU Alumni Association, Inc.; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AAMU Alumni Association, Inc. seeks a dedicated Warehouse Operations Supervisor to manage daily warehouse activities, including shipping, receiving, inventory control, and cost management.

You will supervise staff, ensure timely product delivery, and drive process improvements to reduce costs. The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 3–5 years of related experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with Windows-based systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with several years related experience.
• Experience supervising personnel and coordinating tasks.
• Knowledge of warehousing processes, inventory, and procurement rules.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations including shipping/receiving.
• Supervise staff, participate in hiring, training, and performance feedback.
• Ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment and packaging arrangements.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and conduct periodic audits.
• Monitor budgets and cost controls; assist in budget planning.
• Develop and improve materials handling and stock control methods.
• Prepare and monitor bid requests and vendor compliance.
• Maintain records in line with regulations and standards.
• Coordinate scheduling and workload distribution among team.
• Foster a cooperative, productive work environment.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Inventory management

Budgeting

Procurement

Communication skills

Organizing scheduling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Windows-based PC

Job description

Under general supervision, manages the daily operations of a warehouse which may include, but are not limited to, shipping and receiving, purchasing, costing, budget control, inventory control, and preparation of bid requests.

• Supervises personnel which typically include recommendations for hiring, firing, performance evaluation, training, work allocation, and problem resolution.
• Provides products to customers in an efficient and timely manner; arranges for packaging, transportation, and/or delivery of goods.
• Maintains space, equipment, and supplies; manages inventory, transfers, and product rotation.
• Develops and implements improved methods of materials handling, stock control, and packaging to promote efficiency, services, and reduced costs.
• Conducts periodic or special inventory audits and reconciles physical counts.
• Prepares bid requests for a variety of services and/or supplies; monitors contracts on an ongoing basis for compliance.
• Develops recordkeeping procedures and manages appropriate department records in accordance with applicable regulations, policies, and standards.
• Participates in the development of operating goals and objectives for the unit; recommends, implements, and administers methods and procedures to enhance operations, as appropriate to the unit.
• Assists in the annual budget planning process and regularly monitors expenditures.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

High school diploma or GED with 3 to 5 years’ experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

• Knowledge of contract documents and specifications.
• Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Records maintenance skills.
• Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management.
• Ability to package products for shipping/delivery.
• Knowledge of warehousing methodology.
• Knowledge of inventory management practices.
• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
• Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals.
• Knowledge of procurement rules and regulations.
• Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Organizing and coordinating skills.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Knowledge of costing and pricing methodology.
• Employee development and performance management skills.