Warehouse Supervisor - Real Estate and Off-Campus Housing

Washington University in St Louis • Saint Louis, MO

17d • $23 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

Oversee all operational aspects of the Real Estate and Off-Campus Housing warehouse, including inventory controls, materials management, and supply distribution. Under the direction of the Accounting Manager, provide on-site leadership and operational support to the Purchasing Coordinator. Coordinate closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure warehouse operations effectively support departmental objectives, service delivery, and fiscal responsibility.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent high school certification.
• Certifications /Professional Licenses : Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklift) - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
• Work Experience: Relevant Experience (2 Years), Supervisory (2 Years)
• Skills: Not Applicable
• Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.
• Required to obtain certification for powered Industrial Trucks (Forklift) - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Nice To Haves

• Education: Bachelor's degree
• Work Experience: Management/Supervisory In A Purchasing/Warehouse/Inventory Control Environment (2 Years), Complex University Environment (1 Year)
• Skills: Commercial Property Management, Computer Literacy, Confidentiality, Deadline Management, Forklift Operations, High Accuracy, High Reliability, High Volume Processing, Personal Productivity, Residential Management, Taking Initiative, Warehouse Equipment, Working Independently, Written Communication, Yardi Systems (Software)

Responsibilities

• Manage daily warehouse operations supporting the Real Estate departmental needs.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels and accurate inventory records, including regular cycle counts and tool audits.
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of warehouse equipment to ensure safe and effective operation.
• Balance customer service expectations with sound fiscal stewardship on behalf of the department and University.
• Verify the accuracy of inventory for all deliveries and work orders.
• Develop, implement, maintain, and enhance inventory controls, systems, and processes.
• Reconcile inventory records across multiple systems and ensure purchase orders are closed once fully invoiced.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies in a timely and accurate manner.
• Oversee and support the Purchasing Coordinator’s activities.
• Routinely evaluate material suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favorable delivery terms.
• Resolve vendor and supplier issues as they arise and submit change orders when required to ensure continuity of operations.
• Serve as department liaison for warehouse and material operational matters.
• Routinely interact with key maintenance and leasing personnel to ensure business needs and objectives are being met and proper controls and processes are being adhered to.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees