Warehouse Manager

Alfa Laval Spiral•Richmond, VA

8d•$85,000 - $93,000•Onsite

About The Position

A Warehouse Manager is responsible for the efficient operation of a warehouse including inventory control, shipping and receiving, staff supervision, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Coordinate between different functions (sales, planning, production, logistics control tower, freight forwarders) and end customers. The ideal candidate is exceptionally detail-oriented, structured, and able to manage multiple facets of warehouse operations simultaneously. This is an onsite position located in Richmond, VA.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree is required: a specialization in Supply chain, Economics, Engineering or Science is preferred.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Warehouse Manager, including coordination of hourly employees and direct supervision of 10+ team members required.
Must have at least 2 years of ERP/WMS experience specifically in warehouse operations, inventory control, or logistics coordination.
Must be able to interpret ERP/WMS-generated reports, KPIs, and dashboards to drive operational improvements.
Proficiency with warehouse procedures and policies.
Excellent problem-solving skills and leadership qualities.
Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of company staff.
Ability to deliver effective feedback, both written and verbal.
License to operate a forklift.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by establishing and enforcing standards and procedures and by complying with legal regulations.
Lead & manage a team of 10~12 warehouse blue collar employees.
Ensure that the warehouse operates at peak efficiency — with customer satisfaction the primary goal — by supervising, organizing, and training warehouse employees and establishing, monitoring, and managing operational goals.
Develop warehouse operations systems by determining product handling and storage requirements, equipment utilization, inventory and shipping methods.
Strong working knowledge of ERP platforms, with experience in SCM+ or similar warehouse-focused ERP tools.
Train and manage the warehouse team to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach short- and long-term performance goals.
Oversee daily operations while controlling and managing inventory and logistics.
Review and prepare workflows, staffing requirements, space allocations, equipment layouts, and action plans that meet company standards for productivity, quality, and customer service.
Supervise daily warehouse activities, including quality assurance, inventory control, space management, logistics, floor productivity, shipping, and customer service.
Schedule and oversee warehouse team and manage the flow and quality of work to maximize efficiency and minimize overtime.
Inspect material handling equipment, storage spaces and machinery regularly, and oversee general maintenance when necessary.
Oversee and manage logistics for transporting products to customers and company facilities, communicating with drivers and logistics partners to ensure efficient delivery of packages.