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Job Description
Fulfillment Center Manager Department:
Warehouse Employment Type:
Permanent -
Full Time Location:
Patterson Compensation:
$120,000 - $140,000 / year Description Hi there, we're Article. đź‘‹ Since 2013, we've been creating remarkably better furniture experiences one sofa at a time. We're now on the hunt for a talented, enthusiastic leader to lead and successfully grow the new expansion of our Patterson, California location. As a Fulfillment Center Manager, you'll consistently oversee the day-to-day operations of the warehouse and Drayage operations to ensure we create "Remarkable Experiences" for our customers and our warehouse team.
The Operational Reality:
This is our largest hub—a high-volume, 712,000 sq. ft. facility experiencing massive expansion. To be successful, your background must mirror our specific industrial realities. We are strictly looking for leaders with proven experience in:
Large Box & High SKU Complexity:
Managing strict inventory control, cycle counting, and space consolidation for 3,000+ large, heavy-boxed SKUs .
Managing drivers, fleet equipment, and strict DOT compliance/log oversight.
High-Risk Safety:
Maintaining an iron-clad safety culture in an environment dense with motorized equipment and 3rd party labor solutions.
Why We Need You:
Patterson is at a turning point, moving past simple growth and into a phase of true evolution. We need a leader who sees this bigger picture. In this role, you aren't just managing a facility; you're overseeing the final, most important step of a customer's journey. For us, a delivery isn't just a box on a truck—it's the centerpiece of someone's home, and we need a leader who treats it with that level of significance. As the architect of our local growth, you will balance these heavy logistics with the mentorship of a rapidly growing team, ensuring that every sofa that leaves our dock is a win for the customer.
Schedule :
Monday -
Friday Location :
400 Park Center Drive, Patterson, California, 95363, US Building size: 712,000
SQ FT Team Size:
1 Operations Manager 3 Supervisors 22 Hourly Particles This, of course, will grow with the expansion! To ensure you are set up for success, you'll start with an immersive onboarding experience:
The Article Way:
You will train at one of our established Fulfillment Centers (typically for 2 weeks). This is where you'll learn our systems, soak up our culture, and see "Remarkable Experiences" in action before leading the charge in Patterson.
What You'll Do:
Scale our
Largest Hub:
Own the end-to-end operations for our largest fulfillment center, seamlessly integrating warehouse and drayage functions with an ownership mindset. Architect a
High-Performing Team:
Lead the full talent lifecycle—recruiting, onboarding, and training—to build a world-class team from the ground up.
Develop Future Leaders:
Directly manage and mentor a leadership tier of 3-6 Supervisors/Managers, focusing on robust succession planning and professional growth for a total team of 40+.
Drive Data-Backed Results:
Monitor and report on complex KPIs across safety, customer experience, and productivity to ensure we are constantly "sharpening the saw."
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Partner with internal departments to launch new initiatives and resolve regional logistics challenges with speed and precision.
Champion Safety & Compliance:
Foster a "Safety First" culture by ensuring strict adherence to local, state, and federal regulations, including vehicle and driver log oversight.
Operational Stewardship:
Oversee regional procurement, vendor relationships, and labor management (including payroll and overtime) to ensure fiscal responsibility. Problem Solve with
Urgency:
Investigate and act on safety or customer service bottlenecks to maintain the "Remarkable Experience" our customers expect.
Who You Are:
A Decade of Scale:
10+ years of leadership in high-volume Warehousing or Logistics. You've successfully navigated the complexities of managing 500k+ sq. ft. of space and teams of 30+ associates.
Transportation Mastery:
10+ years of experience managing drivers and fleet equipment, with a rock-solid understanding of DOT regulations and compliance.
Operational Precision:
A proven track record in inventory control and process optimization. You don't just follow workflows; you refine them.
Tech-Savvy Leadership:
High proficiency with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) and the Google/Microsoft Office suites to drive data-informed decisions.
Relational Intelligence:
Exceptional interpersonal skills. You're as comfortable partnering with executive stakeholders as you are coaching your team on the floor.
The Expansion Mindset:
You are highly organized, process-oriented, and possess the "entrepreneurial grit" to juggle multiple priorities during a major site expansion.
Communication Excellence:
Professional fluency in English (written and verbal) to lead meetings, draft reports, and represent Article locally.
The Logistics Travel Requirements:
Possess a valid Driver's License and Passport. Willingness and ability to travel as needed to provide hands-on support across our regional network.
Availability:
Flexibility with working hours to support our multi-shift operations Right to
Work:
You are legally authorized to work in the US.
Safety First:
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and a criminal background check (Article participates in E-Verify).
Perks & Benefits:
Benefits-eligible (First day of employment) Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage Life Insurance Disability insurance Vacation, Holidays & Sick/Wellness Days 48 hours Sick/wellness (6 days, accrued annually) 8 paid holidays + 1 Inclusion & Diversity day 160 hours (4 weeks) paid vacation (accrued annually) Other Benefits/Perks 4% 401K matched contribution Paid maternity and parental leave 45% Employee discount + 15 % family & friends discount We believe in Winning Together. When Article hits its annual financial goals, eligible employees will receive a cash bonus. The target salary for this role is $120,000 to $140,000. The actual base pay can increase beyond this range, and will be based on various factors, including transferable skills, training and certifications, work experience, business needs and market demands.
