Warehouse Manager

The Warehouse Manager has overall responsibility for the efficient operation of warehouse and inventory flow. Included in this area of responsibility are receiving and shipping through the warehouse, fleet operations and deliveries, inventory activities and maintaining a safe and clean facility. The Warehouse Manager supervises a staff including drivers, warehouse workers, facilitates new hires, reviews employees and is responsible for progressive discipline of all staff that reports to them. Responsible for overseeing warehouse staff, shipping/receiving, delivery drivers, etc. 

Essential Functions

Receives incoming material and assembles and marks shipments based on current frame, door and hardware schedule

Monitors material flow through warehouse, including receiving, shipping and storage, assuring accuracy and efficiency at all points

Follows up on any shipping or other warehouse errors; tracks errors and costs and alerts appropriate department

Monitors equipment maintenance, including vehicles, assuring that preventative maintenance is always current and equipment is in good working order

Assists in evaluation and purchasing any new equipment or vehicles needed

Manages all warehouse and delivery employees

Conducts regular meetings with departmental staff to provide feedback on successes or receives information on problems that need a solution

Monitors qualification of warehouse employees, including driver's MVR records, to assure safe operations and maximum operating efficiency

Maintains high safety standards, assuring that equipment and facility is in good working order and that individual operators (trucks, forklifts, welding equipment, saws or other shop tools) are properly trained

Investigates any accidents, assuring proper reporting to Branch Manager for insurance carriers and follow-up to avoid any subsequent incidents

Influences decisions (along with sales and executive management) on stock items to be added or deleted from stock inventory

Supervises returned goods process, whether from salespersons' specific orders or from stock, assuring that returnable items are promptly sent to vendors, credit is received and properly applied and return charges are minimized.

Controls any obsolete or overstock material, summarizing same and preparing inventory reserve analysis on a semi-annual basis; disposes of obsolete inventory when appropriate

Assists in any book to physical inventory difference research that may be necessary following physical inventories

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma Required

4 Year College Degree in related field preferred 

1 – 2 years of warehouse related experience with direct supervision of staff required

Some knowledge of the door and hardware industry and products preferred 

Experience using Comsense preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Experience using Microsoft Office products required

Excellent verbal and written communication skills required

Leadership skills required.

Physical Demands  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this role, the employee is required to stand, kneel, crouch, stoop, use hands to handle or feel objects, and reach with hands and arms for more than two-thirds of the working day. Walking and talking or hearing are required for approximately one-third of the working day. This role requires frequent lifting of items weighing 25–50 pounds and occasional lifting of items exceeding 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. 

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. This position regularly operates in construction sites, warehouses, and shop environments. Conditions include proximity to forklifts and other heavy machinery and the use of various tools and hardware. Employees are subject to frequent heavy lifting and may be required to travel to project sites. Employees may be exposed to variable weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to fulfill the essential functions of the role. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws.