Warehouse Leader

Graybar • San Diego, CA

4d • Onsite

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 intended to meet or exceed branch customer service standards. The role leads and supervises employees and shipment activities, ensures accurate and timely service, maintains safe and orderly warehouse conditions, and oversees inventory accuracy and loss prevention. The position also manages shipment routing and loading compliance, shipping records, and adherence to warehouse procedures, Department of Transportation regulations, and hazardous-material shipping requirements.

Requirements

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and moving warehouse materials, including standing, walking, bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, climbing ladders, cutting wire, and lifting up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, and push carts in accordance with manufacturer and safety instructions.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment, meet physical demands, 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 are required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

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 attain service goals.
• Perform the physical work necessary to lift and move inventory throughout the warehouse.
• Operate and maneuver warehouse equipment and its materials in accordance with the equipment’s intended purpose and manufacturer instructions.
• Keep the warehouse orderly and clean, follow company safety procedures, and perform daily safety inspections.
• Maintain security of merchandise and equipment, ensure safe working conditions, oversee warehouse loss-prevention programs, and ensure the accuracy of daily cycle counts.
• Determine truck routing and legal load limits, inspect loading 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 lead the Warehouse Steering Committee.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan options.
• Life insurance coverage for employees, with options for family coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Disability benefits at no cost to the employee.
• 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