Warehouse Manager

The Cook & Boardman Recruiting Team • La Vergne, TN

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About The Position

Join The Cook & Boardman Group, the nation’s leading provider of architectural doors, frames, hardware, specialty products, and complete security integration services.
At The Cook & Boardman Group, trust and communication are the foundation of how we work. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career has room to grow. Whether you're a problem-solver, innovator, or passionate about service, you’ll thrive here.
The Warehouse Manager has overall responsibility for the efficient operation of warehouse and inventory flow. Included in this area of responsibility are receiving and shipping through the warehouse, fleet operations and deliveries, inventory activities and maintaining a safe and clean facility. The Warehouse Manager supervises a staff including drivers, warehouse workers, facilitates new hires, reviews employees and is responsible for progressive discipline of all staff that reports to them. Responsible for overseeing warehouse staff, shipping/receiving, delivery drivers, etc.

Requirements

• High School Diploma Required
• 1 – 2 years of warehouse related experience with direct supervision of staff required
• Experience using Microsoft Office products required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Leadership skills required.

Nice To Haves

• 4 Year College Degree in related field preferred
• Some knowledge of the door and hardware industry and products preferred
• Experience using Comsense preferred

Responsibilities

• Receives incoming material and assembles and marks shipments based on current frame, door and hardware schedule
• Monitors material flow through warehouse, including receiving, shipping and storage, assuring accuracy and efficiency at all points
• Follows up on any shipping or other warehouse errors; tracks errors and costs and alerts appropriate department
• Monitors equipment maintenance, including vehicles, assuring that preventative maintenance is always current and equipment is in good working order
• Assists in evaluation and purchasing any new equipment or vehicles needed
• Manages all warehouse and delivery employees
• Conducts regular meetings with departmental staff to provide feedback on successes or receives information on problems that need a solution
• Monitors qualification of warehouse employees, including driver's MVR records, to assure safe operations and maximum operating efficiency
• Maintains high safety standards, assuring that equipment and facility is in good working order and that individual operators (trucks, forklifts, welding equipment, saws or other shop tools) are properly trained
• Investigates any accidents, assuring proper reporting to Branch Manager for insurance carriers and follow-up to avoid any subsequent incidents
• Influences decisions (along with sales and executive management) on stock items to be added or deleted from stock inventory
• Supervises returned goods process, whether from salespersons' specific orders or from stock, assuring that returnable items are promptly sent to vendors, credit is received and properly applied and return charges are minimized.
• Controls any obsolete or overstock material, summarizing same and preparing inventory reserve analysis on a semi-annual basis; disposes of obsolete inventory when appropriate
• Assists in any book to physical inventory difference research that may be necessary following physical inventories

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off for rest, family, and self-care.
• Continuous learning, mentorship, and leadership training including access to C&B University, our in-house development program.

What This Job Offers

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