Warehouse/Inventory Assistant Manager
About The Position
Assist the Warehouse Manager in overseeing daily warehouse and inventory operations. Supervise, train, and support warehouse staff to ensure efficiency and accuracy. Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment to prevent shortages or overstock. Conduct regular inventory audits, cycle counts, and reconciliation of discrepancies. Ensure accurate receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping of goods. Maintain proper documentation of inventory movements using warehouse management systems (WMS). Enforce safety procedures and compliance with company policies and regulations. Optimize warehouse layout and processes for improved productivity and space utilization. Coordinate with purchasing, logistics, and sales teams to meet operational demands. Assist with scheduling, shift planning, and performance tracking of team members. Investigate and resolve inventory or operational issues in a timely manner. Maintain cleanliness, organization, and security of the warehouse facility. Support implementation of process improvements and cost-saving initiatives. Assist in LTL, small pack, and container loads.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 3+ years of warehouse or inventory experience
- At least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role
- Strong understanding of inventory control practices and warehouse operations
- Experience with inventory management or warehouse management systems (WMS/ERP)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
- Strong leadership, communication, and team management abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities
- Ability to lift and move materials (e.g., up to 40–50 lbs, depending on role)
- Flexibility to work shifts or overtime as needed
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Knowledge of safety standards and OSHA regulations
- Forklift certification
- Experience with barcode scanning systems or RFID tracking
- Lean, Six Sigma, or process improvement experience
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily warehouse and inventory operations
- Supervise, train, and support warehouse staff
- Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment
- Conduct regular inventory audits, cycle counts, and reconciliation of discrepancies
- Ensure accurate receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping of goods
- Maintain proper documentation of inventory movements using warehouse management systems (WMS)
- Enforce safety procedures and compliance with company policies and regulations
- Optimize warehouse layout and processes for improved productivity and space utilization
- Coordinate with purchasing, logistics, and sales teams to meet operational demands
- Assist with scheduling, shift planning, and performance tracking of team members
- Investigate and resolve inventory or operational issues
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and security of the warehouse facility
- Support implementation of process improvements and cost-saving initiatives
- Assist in LTL, small pack, and container loads
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
