Warehouse Manager

Global Industries, Inc.•Lawnside, NJ

20d•$65,945 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Global Furniture Group is hiring a Warehouse Manager for its distribution center in Lawnside, New Jersey. The role directs warehouse personnel and oversees the accurate, timely receipt and shipment of orders. Responsibilities span inbound and outbound freight, order picking and packing, inventory control, warehouse organization and maintenance, equipment upkeep, customer service parts, warranty work, service calls, closeout merchandise, truck scheduling, and freight negotiations. The Warehouse Manager advises the General Manager about logistics issues and supervises warehouse staff.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least 5 years of warehouse operations experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Strong attention to detail in maintaining the warehouse, equipment, and supplies.
Positive demeanor and ability to build strong relationships with internal and external customers.
Ability to communicate with customers, sales personnel, and internal staff.
Excellent time-management skills.
Certified forklift operator and familiarity with operating and maintaining warehouse equipment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Proficiency with RF scanners and other warehouse management systems.
Ability to pass PIT certifications provided by Global.
Dependable and reliable, with ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to work in extreme hot and/or cold weather conditions.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; Global does not sponsor work authorization or visas.
Ability to regularly lift or move 50–80 pounds and occasionally team-lift or team-move objects weighing 80–150 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or an equivalent field from a four-year college or technical school.

Responsibilities

Direct warehouse personnel to receive and ship orders accurately and on time.
Unload, sort, and stage inbound products manually and using power industrial trucks.
Pull products for Will Call pickups and shipments, including specialized products as needed.
Place stock products in assigned racks, shelves, or bins.
Process picks and quality-check shipments and Will Call orders.
Prepare, schedule, and execute customer pickups for Will Call orders.
Receive and schedule pickups for return authorizations.
Inform the General Manager of incoming and outgoing freight shortages or damages and report unusual or recurring carrier damage.
Design the warehouse layout and establish appropriate warehouse stocking levels.
Lead inventory control and enter adjustments as required.
Maintain adequate supplies of warehouse tools and materials.
Lead and train product assembly for showrooms, samples, and trade shows.
Complete and maintain daily and weekly warehouse equipment maintenance.
Communicate shipping, delivery, packaging, and tagging requirements or issues to Customer Care or the General Manager.
Respond to internal and external customer requests in a timely manner.
Lead the team to complete work accurately, promptly, and with attention to detail.
Conduct inventory cycle counts and physical inventory audits.
Keep the warehouse and work areas clean, orderly, and safe.
Safely operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts, reach trucks, stock pickers, clamp trucks, and pallet jacks.
Train staff in the proper use of warehouse tools and equipment.
Maintain relationships with vendor representatives, including carriers and suppliers.
Ensure the warehouse team uses required personal protective equipment and follows company safety guidelines.
Meet regularly with the General Manager.
Address personnel issues through supportive counseling and provide development opportunities as needed.
Foster continuous improvement and teamwork to improve productivity and morale.
Complete special projects as assigned.
Determine shipping methods and oversee receiving, stocking, customer service parts, warranty work, service calls, and closeout merchandise.
Schedule trucks, negotiate truck freight quotes, and participate in carrier tariff reviews.