Warehouse Manager

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria•Buffalo Grove, IL

42d•Onsite

About The Position

Our warehouse is the engine room behind getting Tastes of Chicago products where they need to be — on time, in top condition, every day. We're looking for a Warehouse Manager who thrives on solving problems before they happen, knows how to get the best out of a team, and takes real pride in running a tight, safe, efficient operation. If you're a hands-on leader who enjoys building teams, improving processes, and leading from the floor while balancing people, operations, and logistics, we'd love to talk with you.

Requirements

2–3 years of warehouse or distribution center experience
High school diploma or GED required
Proven ability to lead, coach, and get results through a team
Comfort working in computer-based warehouse management systems
Strong communication skills with both team members and customers
A problem-solver's mindset — especially around conflict resolution and continuous improvement
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
Willingness to work extended or varied hours, including holidays, as the business demands
Ability to move freely throughout the warehouse, including production and support areas
Ability to stand approximately 90% of the workday, with frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, and climbing
Ability to lift and move goods weighing up to 80 pounds
Manual dexterity for warehouse equipment and tools

Nice To Haves

bachelor's degree a plus
bilingual (Spanish) a plus

Responsibilities

Run the day-to-day. Oversee all warehouse operations and help drive the location's financial and performance goals.
Lead the team. Interview, hire, train, and develop team members — then keep them engaged, accountable, and growing.
Set the standard. Model and uphold product quality, safety, and service expectations across the warehouse.
Manage the numbers. Balance labor to budget, explain variances daily, and help hit income, cost, and sales targets.
Keep things stocked and moving. Oversee inventory, purchasing, and receiving, and use warehouse management systems to track it all.
Build the schedule. Staff the location efficiently and cost-effectively to match daily business needs.
Maintain a safe, clean, high-functioning facility. Supervise repairs and maintenance, address safety concerns, and uphold sanitation standards and certification requirements.
Stay flexible. Rotate into other departments (like Production) as needed, and be available for varied hours, including holidays, when the business requires it.
Communicate up and down. Give your supervisor timely feedback on service issues or concerns, attend regular team meetings, and delegate effectively when appropriate.