Warehouse Manager, Supply Chain

Solar Landscape•Chicago, IL

8d•$70,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Solar Landscape is seeking a proactive, hands-on Warehouse Manager to oversee daily warehouse operations and related office and facility management. The role is responsible for warehouse setup and organization, receiving and storing materials, inventory accuracy, inbound and outbound shipment coordination, material distribution, and overall facility support. The manager will guide warehouse personnel and/or third-party logistics (3PL) providers, set daily priorities, and ensure safe, reliable material flow. Working with internal teams, this person will maintain operating standards, improve warehouse processes, and provide office and facility support. This is an on-site position in the Greater Chicago area of Illinois, supporting daily warehouse operations. The listed salary range is $70,000–$90,000 per year, varying by location and job-related skills and experience. The role is incentive-based, with potential to earn more. Solar Landscape develops, builds, owns, and operates distributed energy projects. It describes a fast-paced, collaborative culture that offers career growth, professional development, and benefits. Benefits include a 401(k) with a 4% company match, summer Fridays, flexible remote/hybrid work options, paid parental leave, team lunches and events, stocked kitchens, modern collaborative office spaces, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field is preferred.
At least 5 years of experience in warehouse operations, inventory management, logistics, or distribution, including responsibility for warehouse layout and daily operations.
Experience coordinating warehouse personnel, third-party logistics providers, or service vendors.
Working knowledge of material receiving, storage, inventory control, cycle counting, shipping, and material handling.
Experience using an ERP or warehouse management system to manage inventory transactions and maintain accurate records.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and drive operational improvements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to work hands-on in a warehouse environment, including lifting up to 50 pounds as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in construction, electrical, industrial, or renewable energy environments, particularly managing project materials and deliveries.
Experience supervising warehouse employees or managing third-party logistics operations.
Familiarity with Dynamics 365 or other ERP/WMS platforms.
Experience implementing warehouse KPIs, inventory controls, process improvements, and warehouse layouts.
Experience coordinating facility maintenance, service vendors, or office administration.
Forklift certification.

Responsibilities

Manage daily warehouse activities, including planning, receiving, inspection, storage, material handling, order fulfillment, and project deliveries and shipments.
Lead warehouse personnel and oversee third-party logistics providers to ensure safe, efficient, and timely operations.
Maintain inventory accuracy and material traceability; conduct cycle counts; and manage returns, damaged materials, and discrepancies.
Coordinate material readiness, staging, and dispatch to support project schedules and operational requirements.
Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant warehouse while improving productivity, processes, and cost efficiency.
Establish and monitor warehouse KPIs, inventory accuracy, service levels, and operating costs, and address performance gaps.
Coordinate facility maintenance, property management, service vendors, office supplies, and routine administrative needs with internal teams.