Warehouse Manager Warehouse Manager

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•Town of Islip, NY

15h•$115,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases. At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers. Position Summary: The Warehouse & Distribution Manager leads daily warehouse operations within a fast-paced packaging operations, ensuring efficient inventory management, accurate order fulfillment, and on-time distribution. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, and a strong safety and quality culture. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can develop teams, optimize processes, and deliver against service, cost, and performance goals.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Minimum 5+ years of leadership experience in warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing operations.
Proven ability to lead teams, drive performance, and manage change in a fast-paced environment
Experience managing budgets, KPIs, and operational performance metrics
Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
Solid analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Proactive, continuous improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and quality
High level of accountability, professionalism, and customer focus
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods
Exposure to warehouse conditions, including moving equipment and material handling traffic
May be exposed to food production ingredients and allergens in a manufacturing environment
Adhere to all company policies and programs, including Safety, Health & Environment (SHE), Quality, Food Safety, and continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure compliance with applicable quality systems (e.g., NQMS, ISO standards)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience)

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop warehouse supervisors and associates (hourly and salaried), fostering a high-performance, team-oriented culture
Oversee end-to-end warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, inventory control, picking/packing, and shipping
Ensure accurate and timely processing of inbound and outbound materials in alignment with service level expectations
Monitor and analyze inventory levels and operational metrics to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities
Drive safety, quality, and compliance with company policies, SOPs, cGMPs, and regulatory standards
Manage departmental budget, including forecasting, variance analysis, and cost control initiatives
Partner with Planning, Production, and cross-functional teams to align on priorities and optimize material flow
Implement and sustain continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., 5S, Lean, TPM/NCE) to enhance productivity and reduce waste
Optimize warehouse layout, space utilization, and workflow design to support operational efficiency
Ensure proper use and accuracy of systems (e.g., SAP, SWOP, and other warehouse management tools)
Lead workforce planning, including staffing, scheduling, training, and performance management
Support talent development through coaching, training, and participation in hiring processes
Maintain a safe work environment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and ongoing training
Prepare and communicate operational reports, insights, and recommendations to leadership
Act as a liaison between leadership and frontline teams, ensuring alignment on priorities and performance