We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Warehouse Manager to join our 16-person import and distribution business. The Warehouse Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and organization of our 2,000-SKU warehouse, including receiving, inventory storage, order preparation and shipping. This is a hands-on position that also requires the ability to supervise and direct warehouse staff.
Responsibilities
Manage and organize a 2,000-SKU warehouse, including receiving, inventory storage, stock locations and order fulfillment
Coordinate and participate in the unloading of approximately 60–70 containers per year
Prepare and load approximately 30–50 pallets per week for shipment throughout the country, either personally or by directing warehouse staff
Supervise and direct one warehouse employee, including assigning daily tasks and ensuring work is completed accurately and efficiently
Maintain accurate and organized inventory and stock locations
Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting of warehouse equipment
Maintain a safe, clean and well-organized warehouse
Identify and resolve day-to-day warehouse issues and ensure that work is completed on schedule
Work closely with management and other departments to coordinate receiving and shipping activities
Qualifications
Previous warehouse, logistics or distribution experience strongly preferred
Supervisory or team-lead experience is a plus
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
Strong sense of responsibility and ownership, with the ability to work independently
Comfortable interacting with all levels of the company, from owners and general manager to warehouse staff
Basic computer skills and familiarity with inventory or warehouse management systems
Able to work comfortably in a role that is both hands-on and supervisory
Willingness and ability to follow and enforce company procedures and safety policies
Ability to lift and move boxes and pallets and remain active on one's feet throughout the workday
Forklift/pallet jack experience is a plus
Numbers & Facts
Location
Oakland, NJ
Job Type
Full-time
Skills
Computer Skillsunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Forkliftunmatched
Health Insuranceunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Inventory Managementunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Logisticsunmatched
Order/Customer Fulfillmentunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Pallet Jackunmatched
Procedure Implementationunmatched
Safety Processunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Shipping/Receivingunmatched
Stock Keeping Unit (SKU)unmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Warehousingunmatched
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