Warehouse Operations Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Warehouse Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day warehouse activities at our Fremont, Ohio facility, including management of an offsite storage location. This is a hands-on role responsible for inbound and outbound logistics, inventory control, carrier coordination, and administrative documentation including bills of lading, invoices, and inventory transfers. The ideal candidate is organized, self-directed, and comfortable working in both a supervisory and working capacity in a small team environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Shipping & Receiving Oversee all inbound and outbound shipment activity, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Inspect incoming freight for damage, shortages, or discrepancies and document accordingly Coordinate outbound shipments to meet customer delivery requirements Carrier & Freight Scheduling Schedule and communicate with LTL, FTL, and dedicated carriers for daily pickup and delivery Build and maintain carrier relationships; resolve service issues as they arise Optimize freight scheduling to minimize cost and maximize efficiency Inventory Management Maintain accurate inventory records for both the primary facility and offsite warehouse location Perform and coordinate cycle counts and reconciliations Manage product transfers between locations with proper documentation and system updates Identify and address discrepancies, overages, and shortages proactively Documentation & Administration Prepare and process Bills of Lading (BOLs) for all outbound shipments Generate and manage invoices and purchase-related documentation Create and maintain inventory transfer records and supporting paperwork Ensure all documentation is accurate, complete, and properly filed Team Supervision Directly supervise 2 warehouse team members; assign tasks, set priorities, and provide day-to-day direction Support onboarding, training, and performance feedback for direct reports Foster a safe, organized, and accountable work environment

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

3+ years of warehouse operations experience, including at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role Demonstrated experience creating BOLs, processing invoices, and managing inventory documentation Proficiency with scheduling LTL/FTL freight carriers Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Comfortable with warehouse management software and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred:

Experience managing an offsite or multi-location inventory operation Familiarity with ERP or WMS systems Forklift certification or experience operating material handling equipment Background in food manufacturing, distribution, or production environments