Warehouse Manager

External Description

Living Our ValuesAll associates are guided by Our Values. Our Values are the unifying foundation of our companies. We strive to ensure that every decision we make and every action we take demonstrates Our Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates lasting benefits for all of our associates, shareholders, and the communities in which we live.Why Join Us

• Career Growth: Advance your career with opportunities for leadership and personal development.
• Culture of Excellence: Be part of a supportive team that values your input and encourages innovation.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that looks after both your professional and personal needs.

Total RewardsOur Total Rewards package underscores our commitment to recognizing your contributions. We offer a competitive and fair compensation structure that includes base pay and performance-based rewards. Compensation is based on skill set, experience, qualifications, and job-related requirements. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, retirement plans, and generous paid leave. Discover more about what we offer by visiting our Benefits page.

 

A Day In The LifeThe Warehouse Manager, under the leadership of the Senior Manager of Production Control and Logistics, is responsible for the strategic vision and day-to-day operations of the warehouse or distribution center, including Accessory Inventory processes. This role supports accessory launches, changeovers, and kills; maintains optimal inventory levels at PDC and VPC; oversees shipping and receiving activities; and ensures compliance with safety and quality standards. The Warehouse Manager must have strong analytical, organizational, communication, and people-management skills, along with technical experience in data analytics and warehouse management. This role is responsible for developing and implementing policies, procedures, and standards that improve warehouse efficiency and effectiveness while fostering collaboration across departments and stakeholders. The Warehouse Manager may also support other supply chain operations and business activities as needed.

 

As a Mgr, Warehouse you will:

• Oversee day-to-day warehouse operations to ensure efficient receiving storage inventory control and distribution of goods while maintaining safety quality and accuracy
• Participate in development and execution of the company’s inventory management strategy with the aim of increasing product sales velocity, improving revenue, controlling costs, generating savings, optimizing inventory, reducing obsolescence and maximizing working capital
• Lead and coordinate continuous improvement opportunities associated with aligning supply with customer/operational demand signals
• Collaborate and coordinate with stakeholders of Vehicle Processing Center, Parts Distribution Center, GST Distribution & Supply, GST Product Development Toyota Motor North America and GST Accessory Suppliers
• Oversee analysts to develop, analyze, and align planning with production and demand forecasts based on suppliers, product manufacturing, logistics, and total internal and external lead time
• Create and maintain KPIs to analyze and evaluate forecast results and warehouse inventory levels, to ensure optimal working inventory and minimize excess or aging inventory
• Proactively collaborate, communicate, and partner with internal/external stakeholders to successfully coordinate and improve product launch, end of life, and transitions while effectively balancing sales and obsolescence
• Serve as subject matter expert for warehouse management systems managing system use training and maintenance to ensure consistency and reliability
• Implement data driven metrics, standard work practices operational procedures and performance metrics that drive productivity and continuous improvement and guide operational decisions
• Maintain equipment and facility standards ensuring all assets are serviced repaired and operating safely
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies regulations and company procedures while fostering a culture of accountability and engagement
• Implement and sustain quality control procedures to ensure all products meet company and customer expectations
• Lead motivate and develop warehouse employees including supervisors and laborers through coaching training and performance management
• Plan organize and allocate resources to meet staffing equipment and operational goals for both short and long term needs
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to identify trends opportunities and implement corrective actions
• Manage budgets and expenses to ensure cost control financial accountability and effective operations
• Develop and execute disaster recovery and business continuity plans to safeguard operations
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement innovation and operational excellence

 

What We Need From You

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related field if required.
• 8+ years of leadership experience in warehouse or operations management
• Proficient in SAP or other warehouse management systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Applications (Excel)
• Experienced in statistical analysis and data interpretation
• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Required
• Analytical Skills Analytical Skills refers to the ability to gather, organize, research, and review information in order to draw conclusions and solve complex problems. Advanced-Authority Required
• Lean Manufacturing Developing-Advanced Required
• Positivity Advanced-Authority Required
• Team Building Advanced-Authority Required
• Quality Assurance Developing-Advanced Required
• Forecasting Developing-Advanced Required
• Influencing Skills Advanced-Authority Required
• Good Manufacturing Practices Developing-Advanced Required
• Shipping And Receiving Developing-Advanced Required
• SAP Applications Developing-Advanced Required
• Quality Control Developing-Advanced Required
• Procurement Developing-Advanced Required
• Inventory Control Developing-Advanced Required
• Warehouse Management Systems Developing-Advanced Required
• Order Fulfillment Management Developing-Advanced Required
• Inventory Management System Developing-Advanced Required
• Invoicing Developing-Advanced Required
• Order Picking Developing-Advanced Required
• Strategic Planning Developing-Advanced Required

Physical and Environmental RequirementsThe physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of the job, the associate is required on a daily basis to analyze and interpret data, communicate, and remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the work day and frequently access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The associate is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The associate must frequently move up to 10 pounds and occasionally move up to 25 pounds.

 

Travel Requirements10% Minimal travel is required for this position (up to 10% of the time and on a domestic basis).

 

Join UsThe Friedkin Group and its affiliates are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected]. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.We are seeking candidates legally authorized to work in the United States, without Sponsorship.