Warehouse Area Manager

Warehouse Area Manager

Job Overview:

The Warehouse Area Manager will help to oversee fulfillment departments by implementing practices leading to efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness. This role focuses on optimizing processes, managing performance metrics, and leading high-performing teams. Responsibilities include analyzing data, implementing process improvements, and driving operational excellence. Success in this role requires a high level of strategic planning, workforce management, and cross-functional collaboration to support business growth and operational goals.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead warehouse and fulfillment operations, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with company standards.
• Develop and manage KPIs, labor metrics, and data analytics to optimize performance and drive improvements.
• Direct and mentor teams, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align warehouse objectives with business goals.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage daily warehouse activities, including quality assurance, inventory control, logistics, floor productivity, and customer service
• Schedule and oversee warehouse team, and manage the flow and quality of work to maximize efficiency and minimize overtime
• Meet regularly with warehouse staff to analyze productivity and develop actionable plans for loss prevention
• Oversee and manage logistics for transporting products to customers and company facilities, communicating with partners to ensure efficient delivery of packages

Additional Responsibilities:

• As assigned by the Senior Operations Manager

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven leadership in managing teams and handling complex projects.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis, forecasting, and KPI metrics reporting.
• Strong understanding of Lean principles, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification
• Data-driven mindset with experience in developing analytics and labor metrics.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to translate data insights into actionable strategies.
• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to collaborate and build partnerships with cross-functional teams.

Education, Experience and Licenses:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Operations Management, Logistics, or related field.
• 5-8 years of management experience in fulfillment operations, logistics, or supply chain management in a P&L environment.
• Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification preferred

Physical Environment/Occupational Risks:

• Extended periods of standing/walking

Required Schedule: 1st & 2nd shifts available