Warehouse Manager

Ready to rock the future with us At Hellmann we put our people at the heart of everything we do because for us relationship matters. Joining us does not just mean becoming part of a global company. It is an invitation to shape the future of the logistics industry together with us. Our Hellmann culture is based on our four values: Caring Entrepreneurial Forward-Thinking and Reliable. These values resonate with yours Then become part of our FAMILY that consists of around 10.000 employees in more than 200 locations worldwide.
For the better. Together.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operations Management

• Lead daily warehouse operations including receiving storage inventory control order fulfillment and shipping activities.

• Develop and maintain efficient workflows labor plans and work schedules to maximize operational effectiveness.

• Conduct daily operational meetings and manpower planning sessions to ensure proper allocation of personnel equipment and warehouse space.

• Monitor customer scopes of work and promptly escalate potential scope changes or service requirements to management.

• Design and optimize warehouse layouts storage locations and material flow based on product characteristics volume and dwell time.

• Maintain a clean organized and safe warehouse environment.

Inventory Management

• Oversee inventory control processes including cycle counts physical inventories reconciliation activities and inventory audits.

• Ensure accurate inventory transactions and movement records within the Warehouse Management System (WMS).

• Investigate inventory discrepancies determine root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.

• Maintain accurate records including bills of lading goods receipts packing lists shipment manifests and inventory documentation.

Performance & Financial Management

• Achieve warehouse operational KPIs including:

  • Inventory accuracy

  • On-time shipping performance

  • Productivity targets

  • Safety metrics

  • Customer service standards

• Track labor utilization warehouse space utilization and operational costs.

• Support budgeting and forecasting activities by verifying operational and financial data accuracy.

• Execute customer billing activities in accordance with approved SOPs and contractual rate agreements.

Leadership & Employee Development

• Direct coach and develop warehouse personnel to achieve operational goals and individual performance objectives.

• Establish performance goals provide regular coaching and conduct annual performance evaluations.

• Manage attendance payroll issues disciplinary actions and employee relations matters.

• Promote employee engagement teamwork and a positive work environment.

• Support talent acquisition workforce planning succession planning promotions transfers and employee development initiatives.

• Ensure staffing levels are aligned with current and anticipated business demands.

Facility Equipment & Safety Management

• Oversee facility programs related to building maintenance equipment maintenance sanitation and workplace safety.

• Monitor warehouse equipment storage systems fixtures IT hardware printers and infrastructure escalating maintenance issues as needed.

• Ensure compliance with all safety policies operational procedures and customer requirements.

• Maintain working knowledge of warehouse equipment including forklifts reach trucks order pickers and material handling equipment.

• Promote continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety quality productivity and customer satisfaction.

Systems & Technology

• Maintain advanced working knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).

• Utilize RF scanning technology inventory reporting tools and operational dashboards to monitor performance.

• Maintain familiarity with Labor Management Systems (LMS) Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and warehouse automation technologies.

• Analyze operational data and KPI reports to identify opportunities for improvement.

Additional Responsibilities

• Prepare management reports and operational summaries.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directly supervise up to 20 full-time employees and additional temporary staff as business needs require.

• Provide leadership coaching training and performance management to assigned team members.

• Foster a culture of accountability safety and continuous improvement

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and ability required.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Logistics Business Administration or a related field preferred.

• Associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience will be considered.

• Minimum of seven (7) years of leadership experience in a warehouse distribution center or third-party logistics (3PL) environment.

• Previous experience leading warehouse teams and conducting employee training.

• TSA Screening Supervisor experience or equivalent air cargo security experience preferred.

• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) inventory control processes and transportation documentation.

• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.

• Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency preferred.

• Industry-related certifications or coursework are considered an asset

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strong leadership and people management skills

• Financial acumen and business understanding

• Customer-focused mindset

• Results-oriented and accountable

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability

• Conflict resolution and employee coaching skills

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and demanding environment

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint Outlook)

• Experience with KPI reporting and operational performance analysis

• Familiarity with Power BI or similar business intelligence tools preferred

• Strong understanding of warehouse safety practices and regulatory compliance

• Ability to interpret standard operating procedures customer requirements and workplace policies

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to:

• Stand stoop kneel sit crawl and walk for extended periods of time

• Push and pull loaded carts pallet jacks and strollers

• Lift and carry cartons materials and wooden pallets at a minimum of 25 pounds

• Use arms hands fingers and body to transport cartons materials and wooden pallets

• Use of senses to include hearing talking touching feeling and vision. Specific vision abilities required include seeing clearly in both near and far distances

Reasonable accommodations may be made to accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform this job.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The environment is safe provided proper measures and precautions are taken. The typical working environment includes the following:

• Working inside and outside of a warehousing and distribution facility

• Working inside and outside of trailers and containers

• Working around electrical or battery driven packaging machines and conveyors with moving parts

• Working around moving objects and vehicles

• Exposure to dampness humidity and ambient temperatures

• Working in dark trailers aisles or walkways until proper lighting is employed

• Slippery wet or uneven surfaces.

• Use various manual material handling devices to include forklifts dollies and pallet jacks.

Inclusion and social diversity are firmly anchored values in our corporate culture. Regardless of gender age any disabilities religion ethnic origin or sexual identity: We are looking forward to meeting you!

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