Warehouse Operations Manager

Talis Group, Inc.; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Talis Group, Inc. is recruiting a Supply Chain Manager – Warehousing for its Romulus, MI distribution center. You will lead warehousing operations, manage staffing and budgets, and drive KPI performance in a fast-paced food manufacturing setting.

The role requires 7+ years in warehousing/logistics, ERP/WMS with RF scanning, and strong leadership across shifts. Compliance with SQF, HACCP, GMP, and OSHA is essential, with robust Excel/PowerPoint skills and Lean/Six Sigma exposure.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in supply chain management, logistics, operations, business administration, or related field.
• Warehouse start-up experience desired.
• 7+ years in warehousing, shipping, receiving, inventory control, distribution or logistics, incl. 3+ years supervising.
• Experience with multiple facilities, budgets, staffing, KPIs/inventories, audits, CI.
• Food production or regulated industry experience highly desired.
• ERP/WMS experience including RF scanning.
• OSHA, GMP, HACCP, SQF, sanitation, food safety, traceability knowledge.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Lean, Six Sigma, APICS or similar certification desired.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, accurate, efficient, and timely movement, storage, and distribution of materials.
• Lead, develop, and hold all team members accountable for performance and results.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, resources, and operating costs.
• Establish and monitor KPIs.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective action plans.
• Maintain accurate inventory.
• Oversee shipping and receiving activities.
• Serve as the SAP/RF scanning subject matter expert.
• Ensure compliance with SQF, GMP, HACCP, FDA, MDA, OSHA, sanitation, and company requirements.
• Partner cross-functionally with all departments.
• Lead strategic initiatives involving facility expansions, process redesign, capacity planning, system implementations, Lean/Six Sigma, and operational improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Food production

ERP/WMS

RF scanning

Lean/Six Sigma

Education

BA/BS in supply chain management

Tools

SAP

Job description

Supply Chain Manager – Romulus, MI (Primary), Saline, MI (Secondary)

Talis Group’s client is a premier food manufacturer. They are seeking a Supply Chain Manager – Warehousingto lead logistics operations at its new Romulus, Michigan distribution center.

Salary: $110,000 – $125,000 + bonus potential & strong benefits package.

HIGHLIGHTED DUTIES:

• Ensure safe, accurate, efficient, and timely movement, storage, and distribution of raw materials, packaging, supplies, and finished products.
• Lead, develop, and hold all team members accountable for performance and results.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, resources, and all operating costs.
• Establish and monitor KPIs.
• Identify root causes and implement sustainable corrective action plans.
• Maintain accurate inventory.
• Oversee shipping and receiving activities.
• Serve as the warehouse operationsSAP/RF scanning subject matter expert.
• Ensure compliance withSQF, GMP, HACCP, FDA, MDA, OSHA, sanitation, food safety, security, and company requirements.
• Partner cross-functionally with all departments.
• Lead strategic initiatives involving facility expansions, process redesign, capacity planning, system implementations, Lean/Six Sigma, and operational improvements.
• Provide operational leadership and coverage during staffing shortages, peak periods, emergencies, and other business needs.

HIGHLIGHTED REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS in supply chain management, logistics, operations, business administration, or a related field required. An equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.
• Warehouse start-up experience desired.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in warehousing, shipping, receiving, inventory control, distribution, or logistics, including at least three years recent management of supervisory and hourly employees.
• Experience managing multiple, multi-shift facilities, budgets, staffing, KPIs/metrics, inventory programs, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Food production, or other regulated industry experience highly desired.
• ERP/WMS experience required, including RF scanning.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, powered industrial truck safety, GMP, HACCP, SQF, sanitation, food safety, and traceability requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Lean, Six Sigma, APICS, or other relevant supply-chain certification highly desired.
• Ability to support multiple facilities and shifts and respond to operational issues outside normal working hours.

This information is a brief job summary for recruiting purposes only and does not constitute the entire job description, duties, or requirements.

Talis Group is an equal opportunity employer. All registrants are considered based upon their skills, performance, potential, and other qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.