Warehouse Manager

First Supply•Oak Creek, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

First Supply, a fifth-generation family-owned company, has served the Upper Midwest for over 125 years. Guided by its Employee Value Proposition, 'Where Tradition Meets Innovation', it fosters a workplace where people learn, grow, and contribute to a company that values its heritage while embracing progress. Its teams take pride in supporting customers and communities, creating meaningful work and rewarding careers every day. First Supply is seeking an energetic Warehouse Manager to enhance its team of dedicated individuals. The company believes in offering performance-driven employees a place where they can build a career, seeking an individual that believes employees deserve more than just a job. If you are results and people focused, dedicated to quality, integrity, and possess the drive to succeed, then First Supply is your employer of choice! As a Warehouse Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all warehouse operations, directly supervising warehouse personnel, drivers, and shipping/receiving employees. You will monitor performance and improve personnel, systems, and procedures. The warehouse team plays an important role in First Supply’s success. First Supply is a leading main channel wholesale distributor, providing industrial customers and building contractors with an extensive line of products and services. It offers a wide range of manufacturer product lines across the plumbing, heating, air conditioning, builder, waterworks, pump/well & septic, industrial, and municipal markets. Headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, First Supply has more than 700 employees across 29 operating facilities serving Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, and Michigan. First Supply also owns and operates 18 Kitchen & Bath Stores across five Midwestern states under the Gerhard's Kitchen, Bath & Lighting and KOHLER® Signature Store by First Supply brands. With a 128-year legacy and a people-first culture, First Supply is committed to building a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow their careers. That commitment has earned national recognition, including a spot on USA Today’s 2024 Top Workplaces in the USA, as well as honors as a Woman-Led Top Workplace and an Industry Top Workplace for Distribution. First Supply LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent experience required
5+ years previous supervisory experience
Excellent leadership ability with a focus on customer service
Strong Verbal and written communication skills
Strong computer skills
Proficiency in relevant software and tools such as ERP systems, WMS, etc.

Nice To Haves

college degree or logistics certification preferred

Responsibilities

Supervision of all warehouse personnel, drivers and shipping/receiving employees
Ensure merchandise is received and stored in an efficient and economical manner, and maintain required records in conformance with company policy
Responsible for proper routing, loading and preparing orders for shipment and delivery in accordance with customer instructions
Review and fill back orders; maintain back order file
Supervise and schedule maintenance of company delivery vehicles
Maintain a preventive maintenance program
Recommend truck purchases, lifts, hoists, shelving and other warehouse equipment
Keep abreast of new methods of warehousing
Responsible for inventory accuracy
Ensure paperwork is complete for all inbound and outbound shipments
Responsible for safety, security and maintenance of the warehouse facility and the material and equipment contained therein
Keep all equipment in good working order
Develop and manage department budget
Actively assume responsibility in the hiring, development, evaluation, retention and dismissal of department personnel
Confer with department managers to insure coordination of warehouse activities with various departments
Attend staff meetings as scheduled
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the General Manager