Industry: Logistics
Location: Wood Dale,IL
Salary: 70K
Visa Sponsor: No
Language: English: Business Level
Detail: Position Summary
The Warehouse Manager is responsible for overseeing daily warehouse operations including receiving, storage, inventory control, order fulfillment, and shipping. This role ensures efficient and safe warehouse activities while maintaining high levels of accuracy, productivity, and compliance with company policies and regulations.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage and supervise warehouse staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management.
• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics operations (receiving, picking, packing, and shipping).
• Implement and monitor warehouse KPIs (accuracy, productivity, safety, on-time performance).
• Maintain accurate inventory records and conduct regular cycle counts and audits.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and company safety standards.
• Optimize warehouse layout, storage systems, and processes to improve efficiency.
• Manage warehouse budget, including labor, equipment, and operational costs.
• Check and approve monthly invoices to the customers.
• Collaborate with supply chain, procurement, and transportation teams to meet customer demands.
• Develop and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in warehouse, distribution, or logistics management.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) and ERP software.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and warehouse safety standards.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Preferred Skills
• Experience in 3PL or e-commerce fulfillment.
• Lean / Six Sigma certification.
• Forklift certification or knowledge of material handling equipment.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
