Assistant Warehouse Operations Manager

Porter Logistics•Atlanta, GA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Porter Logistics is a fast-growing third-party logistics (3PL) provider redefining modern warehousing and fulfillment. Headquartered in Atlanta, we’ve grown over the past decade from a two-person operation in a 10,000-square-foot warehouse to an organization supporting more than 1 million square feet across multiple Georgia facilities. We partner with high-expectation customers who depend on accuracy, transparency, and operational excellence. Our success is driven by disciplined execution, a strong commitment to safety and quality, and teams that take ownership of their work. As we continue to expand, we’re focused on building scalable processes and long-term careers. At Porter, you’ll find a hands-on, fast-paced environment where teamwork, integrity, consistency, and accountability are at the core of how we operate.

Requirements

4+ years of warehouse operations experience, ideally in a 3PL or high-volume environment.
Experience leading teams (Lead, Supervisor, or similar role).
Strong understanding of WMS systems, RF scanning, and inventory control processes.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and pivot quickly as priorities change.
Strong communication and leadership skills with a focus on accountability and accuracy.
Hands-on work ethic—willing and able to be on the floor daily with the team.

Responsibilities

Assist in managing all warehouse functions including receiving, put-away, replenishment, inventory control, picking, packing, and outbound shipping.
Monitor workflow across all departments to maintain efficiency, accuracy, and throughput targets.
Help lead a team of warehouse associates, leads, and forklift operators.
Support the Operations Manager with coaching, training, performance feedback, and accountability.
Promote Porter’s core values: team player, integrity, consistency, ownership, thoroughness, and positivity.
Lead portions of daily shift meetings, communicate priorities, and reinforce expectations.
Ensure correct product handling, storage, labeling, and documentation.
Support cycle counts, root-cause analysis of inventory discrepancies, and corrective actions.
Help maintain 99%+ inventory accuracy through disciplined process control.
Assist with scheduling labor based on volume forecasts and staffing needs.
Monitor productivity and identify opportunities to optimize labor allocation.
Support new-hire onboarding and continuous cross-training.
Partner with the Operations Manager to provide timely updates, reporting, and operational support to key clients.
Investigate issues (mis-picks, damages, delays) and communicate resolutions quickly and professionally.
Help ensure customers receive accurate, on-time service every day.
Identify inefficiencies and propose solutions to improve accuracy, speed, and cost control.
Help document SOPs and implement new processes.
Support operational readiness for new clients, product lines, or workflows.
Step in to lead the full operation when the Operations Manager is offsite.
Provide leadership presence and decision-making authority needed to keep the building running smoothly.