Warehouse Manager

Position Summary

The Warehouse & Materials Manager is responsible for the strategic leadership and execution of all warehouse operations, inventory control, materials management, receiving, shipping, and internal logistics functions. This role serves as a key member of the Operations leadership team and is accountable for ensuring material availability, inventory accuracy, warehouse efficiency, and on-time customer fulfillment.

This position requires a proven leader capable of driving operational excellence across warehouse and materials functions while developing scalable processes, leading high-performing teams, and supporting the organization's growth objectives. The Warehouse & Materials Manager will partner closely with Production, Procurement, Planning, Quality, and Finance to ensure uninterrupted operations and effective inventory management.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse & Logistics Leadership

Direct all warehouse operations including receiving, storage, inventory control, shipping, transportation coordination, and finished goods management.

Develop and execute warehouse strategies that improve productivity, service levels, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency.

Optimize warehouse layout, storage utilization, labor allocation, and material flow throughout the facility.

Ensure timely and accurate receipt, storage, movement, and shipment of materials and finished goods.

Establish operational controls and performance standards across all warehouse activities.

Materials Management & Inventory Control

Own inventory management strategy, inventory accuracy, cycle count programs, and physical inventory execution.

Partner with Procurement and Production teams to ensure uninterrupted material availability while minimizing inventory investment.

Analyze inventory trends, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to improve performance.

Drive improvements in inventory turns, working capital utilization, and inventory accuracy.

Lead material flow initiatives that support production efficiency and customer service objectives.

Leadership & Team Development

Lead and develop supervisors, team leads, and warehouse/materials personnel.

Establish performance expectations and accountability measures aligned with operational goals.

Build a culture focused on safety, quality, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.

Develop succession plans and talent development initiatives within the operation.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives across warehouse and materials operations.

Utilize data-driven decision-making to improve productivity, reduce waste, and enhance service performance.

Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions related to inventory discrepancies, material shortages, and operational inefficiencies.

Establish and monitor key performance indicators including:

Inventory Accuracy

Inventory Turns

On-Time Material Availability

On-Time Shipment Performance

Warehouse Productivity

Labor Efficiency

Safety Metrics

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor's degree preferred in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Business, Engineering, or related field.

8+ years of progressive leadership experience within warehouse, materials, logistics, or supply chain operations in a manufacturing environment.

Experience managing both warehouse operations and inventory/materials management functions.

Demonstrated success leading supervisors and larger hourly workforces.

Strong ERP/MRP systems experience.

Proven track record improving inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, and service levels.

Strong analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

APICS CPIM, CSCP, or related certification.

Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.

Experience supporting multi-shift manufacturing operations.

Experience leading organizational growth, warehouse expansions, or operational transformation initiatives.