Job Description

Job Location: Natchez - Natchez, MS 39120The Warehouse Manager is responsible for overseeing the efficient and safe operation of all warehouse activities. This critical role encompasses end-to-end logistics, inventory management, staff supervision, and process optimization to ensure the timely and accurate receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods while meeting company targets for efficiency and cost control.
Key Responsibilities
The Warehouse Manager provides leadership and oversight for all daily functions within the facility, including:
- Logistics and Operations: Oversee all inbound (receiving, staging) and outbound (picking, packing, shipping) logistics processes. Coordinate with transportation carriers and internal sales teams to ensure on-time delivery performance.
- Inventory Management: Implement and maintain robust inventory control procedures, including regular cycle counting and physical inventories, to ensure accuracy (WMS proficiency is required). Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies promptly.
- Staff Supervision and Development: Recruit, train, mentor, and supervise warehouse personnel, including supervisors, drivers, and material handlers. Manage scheduling, performance reviews, and labor allocation to meet operational demand.
- Safety and Compliance: Establish and enforce a rigorous safety culture. Ensure the warehouse operates in full compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations (OSHA, DOT), including the safe operation and maintenance of all material handling equipment (e.g., forklifts).
- Process Improvement: Identify bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement strategies (e.g., Lean principles) to optimize warehouse layout, workflow, and equipment utilization to reduce costs and improve throughput.
- Facility Management: Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of the warehouse facility, storage systems, and equipment, ensuring a clean, organized, and secure working environment.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent proven professional experience).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a warehouse or distribution environment, with at least 3 years in a management or supervisory role.
- Expert proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and inventory tracking software.
- Strong knowledge of supply chain logistics, inventory control procedures, and shipping regulations.
- Demonstrated leadership ability, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary to motivate and manage a diverse team.
- Proven record of implementing safety programs and maintaining regulatory compliance.
- Working Conditions
- The role is primarily based in a warehouse environment, subject to varying temperatures and noise levels.
- Physical ability to perform tasks such as standing for long periods, walking, and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
- Requires availability to work flexible hours, including weekends, or being on-call to address operational emergencies.