The Warehouse Manager is responsible for leading all warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory management, material handling, and stockroom activities. This role drives operational excellence by ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient movement of materials while developing a high-performing team focused on customer satisfaction, inventory accuracy, productivity, and continuous improvement.
Client Details
Our organization is a well-established manufacturer serving industrial and mission-critical markets. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and customer service, we provide high-quality solutions to customers around the world and continuously invest in people, processes, and technology to support long-term growth.
Description
Warehouse Operations
- Direct and oversee daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, inventory control, picking, packing, shipping, and material handling.
- Manage warehouse workflows to meet delivery commitments and operational objectives.
- Develop and implement processes that improve efficiency, productivity, and accuracy.
- Monitor warehouse capacity and optimize space utilization.
Shipping & Receiving
- Manage inbound and outbound shipments to ensure timely and accurate processing.
- Partner with carriers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to resolve shipping and delivery issues.
- Ensure shipping documentation and receiving records are completed accurately and on time.
- Monitor freight expenses and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Inventory Management
- Maintain high inventory accuracy through cycle counting and inventory control procedures.
- Investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
- Ensure accurate inventory transactions within ERP and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
- Lead annual physical inventory activities.
Material Handling & Stockroom Management
- Oversee the efficient movement and storage of materials throughout the facility.
- Establish and maintain inventory organization standards and stockroom best practices.
- Coordinate replenishment activities to support production and customer requirements.
- Manage warehouse equipment and material handling resources.
Leadership & Team Development
- Supervise, coach, train, and evaluate warehouse personnel.
- Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, employee engagement, and continuous improvement.
- Develop staffing plans aligned with operational needs.
- Conduct performance reviews and support employee development initiatives.
Safety & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety procedures.
- Promote a strong safety culture and lead safety improvement efforts.
- Conduct safety audits and corrective action reviews.
- Maintain compliance with quality standards, policies, and procedures.
Continuous Improvement
- Analyze warehouse performance metrics and implement improvement plans.
- Lead Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance inventory accuracy.
- Support strategic supply chain and operational improvement projects.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Inventory Accuracy
- On-Time Shipments
- Receiving Accuracy
- Order Picking Accuracy
- Warehouse Productivity
- Safety Performance
- Cycle Count Compliance
- Inventory Turns
- Shipping Cost Performance
- Employee Engagement and Retention
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
Profile
A successful 'Warehouse Manager - Cleveland' should have:
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- 5+ years of warehouse, logistics, or distribution experience.
- 3+ years of leadership experience within a warehouse or distribution environment.
- Strong knowledge of inventory management, shipping, receiving, and material handling processes.
- Experience utilizing ERP and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- APICS/ASCM, CPIM, CSCP, or similar supply chain certification.
- Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience.
- Forklift certification and knowledge of warehouse safety standards.
- Experience with barcode scanning systems and inventory control technologies.
Work Environment
This is an on-site position operating within a combination of office, warehouse, and manufacturing environments. The role requires frequent collaboration with operations, engineering, quality, human resources, and leadership teams.
The position requires regular activity on the production floor and may involve exposure to noise, moving equipment, and other manufacturing conditions. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in designated areas.
Physical requirements include the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, lift and move materials up to 50 pounds, and operate computers and warehouse equipment as needed. The role may also include presenting operational updates and key business metrics to senior leadership.
Job Offer
- Salary of $90,000 to $110,000.
- Fully comprehensive benefits package
- Great family oriented company culture
- Ample room for development and growth
Interested? Apply today.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.