We are looking for an experienced Warehouse Manager to oversee daily distribution center activities in Petersburg, Virginia while driving reliable, high-quality service across receiving, storage, order preparation, and outbound shipping. This role is ideal for a hands-on operations leader who can strengthen inventory control, improve workflow efficiency, and build a strong culture of safety and accountability. The Warehouse Manager will partner with cross-functional teams, use performance data to guide decisions, and lead continuous improvement efforts that support operational growth.
Responsibilities:
- Direct warehouse operations across inbound receiving, put-away, storage, replenishment, picking, packing, and shipping to ensure smooth and timely execution.
- Improve fulfillment performance by monitoring accuracy, turnaround times, and throughput, and by resolving operational bottlenecks quickly.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives using structured methods such as Lean, 5S, Kaizen, or Six Sigma to streamline processes and remove inefficiencies.
- Establish and maintain clear operating procedures, while refining warehouse layout, slotting strategy, and space usage to support productivity.
- Oversee inventory control activities including cycle counts, physical counts, discrepancy investigations, and corrective actions to maintain strong stock accuracy.
- Manage replenishment levels and coordinate with internal partners on excess, aging, or slow-moving inventory to reduce waste and improve availability.
- Promote a safety-focused environment through inspections, audits, training, incident reviews, and enforcement of regulatory and company standards.
- Lead staffing, scheduling, coaching, and performance management for warehouse employees, while fostering teamwork, accountability, and career development.
- Track key warehouse metrics, prepare operational reports for leadership, and manage labor and operating expenses to balance cost, service, and safety objectives.