Warehouse Operations Manager

Summary:
Our client is a well-established manufacturer of agricultural products and this is the logistics and distribution operations of goods.

This warehouse has upgraded the automation systems with robotics and needs a leader to oversee operational workflows, and be able to bring on talent as they grow.

Position Summary:
Reports To: Operations Manager  
Direct Reports: Shift Supervisors, Material Handlers, Drivers, and Office Staff.

The Warehouse Operations Manager oversees all logistical, warehousing, and inventory management functions for a high-volume hub facility. This role is approximately 80% hands-on strategic management and 20% administrative oversight. You will take full ownership of building security, product asset protection, financial budgeting, and—most importantly—the direct rebuilding of the facility's personnel structure and day-to-day workflow.

Partner closely with Human Resources to diagnose the root causes of any employee concerns.
Design and execute rapid retention strategies, structured onboarding, and clear career progression milestones.

Optimize Facility Layout & Flow: Audit existing bottlenecks and inventory inaccuracies to establish an efficient, smooth physical layout for product movement in and out of the warehouse.

Standardize Operational Discipline: Introduce, document, and strictly enforce standardized operating procedures (SOPs), safety protocols, and productivity standards where they are currently lagging.

Develop Floor Leadership: Actively mentor, coach, and upskill shift supervisors and team leads.
Financial & Project Management: Prepare capital and operational budgets for the facility. Manage operational expenses strictly to meet financial goals, and oversee strategic priorities such as fleet/equipment maintenance, process improvement initiatives, and potential future warehouse moves.

Compensation & Benefits:
Salary Range: (Base salary is specific to facility location and factors in experience, licensure, and organizational needs).Highly competitive wages plus an annual performance bonus tied to facility turnaround targets.

Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in business plus 5 years of warehouse/operations management experience, OR a minimum of 6 years of direct warehouse/logistics operations experience.
Turnaround Track Record: Proven leadership skills in a supervisory warehouse or operational role, with demonstrable experience stabilizing an underperforming or chaotic logistics environment.

Technical Skills: Deep familiarity with material handling, inventory documentation systems, and practical knowledge of applicable computer software, including Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
Financial Acumen: Knowledge of budgeting, operational forecasting, supply contracts, shipping requirements, and financial statement interpretation.
Communication & Mobility: Elite problem-solving and communication skills to connect with people at all levels of the organization. Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record and be willing to travel nationally as required for organizational alignment.