Executive

Assistant Warehouse Manager

The assistant warehouse manager will increase company profitability and customer satisfaction by assisting warehouse manager with overseeing warehouse operations in a safe, secure, efficient and cost-effective manner that complies with company policy and OSHA, DOT and other applicable regulations.

Job Duties

• Provide leadership and direction to employees daily
• Participate in performance evaluations
• Coordinate with supervisors to cover all personnel needs daily
• Provide efficient and productive communication between departments
• Ensure and assist in the process that all orders are being expedited in a timely and accurate manner
• Supervise that all DOT paperwork is completed daily and accurately
• Propose personnel and equipment needs
• Monitor safety and procedures within the warehouse setting
• Take on the responsibilities for inventory accuracy
• Follow company policies and procedures
• Other duties or responsibilities assigned by the warehouse manager

Job Requirements

• Operates forklifts in compliance with Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) requirements
• Judgment and decision-making ability
• Problem-solving and analytical ability
• Manages time effectively and adapts quickly to changing priorities
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Comfortable in fast-paced environment
• Strong project management and multi-tasking skills
• Effective listening, verbal and written communication skills
• Team player who works productively with wide range of people
• Knowledge of logistics, including carriers, shipping policies and procedures
• Strong leadership, motivation and managerial skills
• Superior organizational skills
• Demonstrated competency hiring, developing and evaluating employees to achieve corporate and personal objectives
• Able to perform business math (basic algebra, compute rate, ratio, etc.)
• Experience implementing and maintaining safety initiatives
• Working knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, inventory/warehouse management and distribution software
• Education: High school diploma/GED required
• Associate's degree preferred
• Experience: Minimum 2 years in similar position preferred
• Minimum 1 year in progressive position
• 3 years preferred
• Wholesale distribution experience preferred
• Supervisory experience preferred