Warehouse Manager

Description Embark on a career journey with Franklin Electric, where your passion meets purpose, and every day is an opportunity to make a difference in our global communities in providing access to water, fuel and electricity. Franklin Electric is a diverse team of innovators making a positive global impact since 1944. We offer innovative water solutions, ensuring access, treatment, and efficient management of this vital resource. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our innovative products, industry leading quality products, exceptional customer service, employee development, and passion for social responsibility. Join us to create a better future while growing professionally in a supportive environment! As the Warehouse Manager, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing all warehouse functions, warehouse employees, material handling, warehousing and outbound logistics, and inventory control. You will ensure accuracy in inventory and manage process flow, workloads, asset utilization, and assist with continuous improvement projects.

What You Will Be Doing:

Ensure orders are received and shipped correctly, on time and utilizing the most cost-effective methods. Manages the day-to-day operations of the warehouse facility and activities, including shipping, receiving, material handling, inventory control, asset utilization, and maintenance. Ensures inventory accuracy through full material flow, from receipt of raw materials to shipping of finished goods. Utilizes the digital inventory control system to maintain accurate counts. Organizes the warehouse in an efficient manner. Determines the proper material handling and shipping methods that balance the needs of production, customer and corporate goals. Learn, develop and drive innovative warehouse management approaches that continuous improve and support business goals. Reviews and approves invoices and billing. Provides product application sizing when necessary for assigned products. Completes quotes for the sale of finished goods through the customer service database. Processes paperwork for returned materials and warranty refunds. Maintains inventory accuracy through routine audit/cycle count program. Plan and assists with shipping and receiving and warehouse maintenance as needed. Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises supervisory and/or non-supervisory employee(s). Interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding, and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Working with Human Resources on employee issues.

Who We Want:

Dedicated achievers. People who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations. Effective communicators. People who can interpret information clearly and accurately to concisely communicate results and recommendations to stakeholders.

What You Need:

Skills and Abilities Effectively communicates information and responds to questions in person-to-person and small group situations with customers, clients, the general public, and other employees of the organization. Maintains confidentiality and uses discretion with business information. Develops, reads and understands documents such as policy manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, work instructions, and procedure manuals. Writes routine reports and correspondence. Adds, subtracts, multiplies, and divides numbers (using currency and other forms of measurement). Utilizes common-sense understanding in order to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions. Deals with problems involving several known variables in situations of routine nature. Plans the time, method, manner, and/or performance sequence of own work; may also occasionally assist in planning work assignments performed by others within a limited area of operation. Frequently makes decisions of both minor and major importance, which may affect the work operations of other employees and/or clientele to a moderate degree. Completes some moderately repetitive tasks. Uses noncomplex machines and equipment (adding machines, calculators, copy/fax machines, etc.). Education and Experience Equivalent of four years of high school (required). Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business or related field preferred. Five to seven years of relevant experience (required).

Computer Skills Intermediate:

Alphanumeric data entry, spreadsheet.

Basic:

Word processing/typing. Why Work at Franklin Electric? Becoming a part of the Franklin Electric team not only provides outstanding benefits, it also opens doors to opportunities for future growth. Enjoy peace of mind with a world-class company. But more importantly, be satisfied in knowing you make a difference. FE provides many opportunities to learn and grow through development opportunities such as training, certifications, mentorship, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, one-on-one coaching and more! We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and amenities such as: Generous paid time off & holidays Vacation Time Paid parental leave & on-site motherhood rooms 401(k) with matching & service contributions Health, dental, vision, life insurance Short & long-term disability Fertility & adoption support Undergraduate & graduate tuition reimbursement Professional development assistance Health & wellness programs Take a look at this video to see our Global Headquarters here in Fort Wayne, Indiana. About Franklin Electric Franklin Electric is a global leader in water and energy systems, committed to continuous improvement and innovation to meet the diverse needs of our customers. Our founders in 1944 named the company after America's pioneer electrical engineer, Benjamin Franklin, which lives on today in our culture to drive us to push boundaries and create meaningful change. We offer a comprehensive range of pumps, motors, drives, and controls for residential, commercial, agricultural, industrial, and municipal applications. More than just a workplace, Franklin Electric is a vibrant and inclusive community of forward-thinkers, united by our mission to drive positive impact worldwide. Our culture fosters career growth and personal development, with a focus on promoting from within and nurturing talent. Our recent awards in "America's Most Responsible Companies", "Most Trusted Companies" by Newsweek, "America's Climate Leaders" and "Indiana's Best Places to Work" attest, we're dedicated to upholding the highest standards of corporate responsibility. At Franklin Electric, we believe that everyone deserves to be treated fairly and respectfully, and that our diversity of thought, culture and experience makes us a stronger company. Our commitment to social responsibility is evident in programs like the Franklin Women's Network and our philanthropic efforts through the Franklin Wells for the World Foundation. Through these endeavors, we've provided clean water to over 284,000 people in 12 countries, addressing the global water crisis head-on, Locally in our communities, the Franklin Electric Charitable and Educational Foundation (FECEF) supports causes close to our hearts, such as United Way, Boys & Girls Club, and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Our dedication to excellence extends beyond our products and services, shaping a brighter future for both our employees and the communities we serve. Join us in driving meaningful change and making a difference with Franklin Electric.