Night Warehouse Manager - Buffalo, NY
About The Position
The Night Warehouse Manager is responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely selection and loading of outbound product and for securing the facility overnight. The role works to ensure the night warehouse operates safely and profitably. The shift runs Sunday through Friday, starting at 4 p.m. ET. The manager develops Night Warehouse Supervisors through training, problem-solving support, and leadership by example; keeps communication open; and directs employees to support efficient workflow. The role oversees personnel decisions, daily load planning, operational performance, warehouse and equipment condition, and—at union facilities—interpretation of collective bargaining agreement provisions. The position supervises Night Warehouse Supervisors, Warehouse Clerks, Loaders, and Selectors.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least five years of experience in warehouse supervision.
- Ability to interpret financial and operational data.
- Basic computer skills.
- Familiarity with inventory control, OSHA, HAACP, and other regulatory requirements.
- Strong leadership, communication, and people-development skills.
- Broad knowledge of warehouse operations, methods, and procedures.
- Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including frequent or constant standing, frequent walking, occasional lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, and occasional use of a pallet jack.
Nice To Haves
- College degree preferred.
- Experience leading hourly unionized distribution warehouse staff.
Responsibilities
- Develop Night Warehouse Supervisors through training on policies and procedures, assistance with problem resolution, and leadership by example.
- Maintain open communication and direct the workforce to ensure efficient workflow.
- Manage interviewing, hiring, performance reviews, discipline, and termination for night warehouse personnel.
- Develop daily operating plans for outbound loads, communicate plans to supervisors and lead personnel, and ensure trucks are completed on time.
- Create truck load plans that meet weight restrictions and accommodate special customer requests.
- Monitor operational data, including inventory losses, production goals, and safety reports.
- Identify operational problems and their causes, and recommend changes to the Director/VP of Operations to improve accuracy and customer satisfaction.
- Oversee the physical condition and maintenance of the warehouse and equipment in compliance with OSHA requirements.
- Assist with interpreting collective bargaining agreement provisions in union facilities.
- Ensure facility security during the night.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Pre-tax spending accounts
- Retirement benefits
- Paid time off
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life insurance
- May receive an annual incentive plan bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
