Warehouse Leader

Graybar • San Diego, CA

2d

About The Position

The Warehouse Leader leads assigned areas of branch warehouse operations, including logistics processes, inventory management, security, safety, housekeeping, equipment utilization, business system applications, and other functions designed to meet or exceed branch customer service standards. The role oversees employees and shipment activity, ensures accurate and timely customer service, maintains safe and orderly warehouse conditions, and supports inventory accuracy and loss prevention. The position also ensures warehouse procedures are followed, including Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and hazardous material shipping requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to meet physical requirements for receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and moving warehouse materials, including standing, walking, bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, climbing ladders, cutting wire, and lifting materials weighing up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to operate and maneuver warehouse equipment, including pallet jacks, forklifts, and push carts, according to manufacturer and safety instructions.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment and adapt to seasonal changes, significant temperature variations, and inclement weather.
• Ability to follow safety instructions and use personal protective equipment (PPE) or its equivalent.
• Knowledge of warehouse layouts, operations, and procedures.
• Knowledge of computers and SAP.
• Leadership and organizational skills.
• Mathematical, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under close supervision.
• Steel-toed boots required.

Responsibilities

• Lead employees engaged in loading, unloading, selecting, packing, shipping, receiving, and transporting merchandise.
• Supervise incoming and outgoing shipments and ensure efficient, accurate, and timely customer service to meet service goals.
• Perform physical work necessary to lift and move inventory around the warehouse.
• Operate and maneuver warehouse equipment and materials in accordance with the equipment’s intended purpose and manufacturer instructions.
• Maintain an orderly and clean warehouse, follow company safety procedures, and perform daily safety inspections.
• Maintain security of merchandise and equipment and ensure safe working conditions.
• Oversee warehouse loss-prevention programs and the accuracy of daily cycle counts.
• Determine truck routing and legal load limits, inspect loading operations for compliance with shipping specifications, and direct shipment movement between docks, storage, and work areas.
• Compile records of unfilled orders, post weights and shipping charges, and prepare bills of lading.
• Ensure warehouse procedures are followed, including DOT regulations and hazardous-material shipping requirements.
• Participate in or potentially lead the Warehouse Steering Committee.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan options.
• Life insurance coverage, with options for family coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Disability benefits at no cost to employees.
• Profit-sharing plans.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Paid vacation and sick days.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid wellness day.
• Community Time Off for volunteering.
• Predictable work schedules; no weekends or nights for most roles.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Educational reimbursement and career development programs.
• Employee stock ownership plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED