Wholesale Operations Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Warehouse & Retail Operations Manager

CRO Lone Star Liquidators | San Antonio, TX

Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $25.00–$28.00 per hour
Starting Pay: $25.00/hour, with potential to increase to $28.00/hour following a successful 90-day introductory period
Schedule: Full-time, including some weekends
Location: San Antonio Area (Exact warehouse location to be confirmed)

About Us

CRO Lone Star Liquidators is a new wholesale and retail liquidation business preparing to launch operations in the San Antonio area.

We specialize in purchasing and reselling a wide variety of liquidation merchandise, offering competitive pricing to individual customers, businesses, and wholesale resellers.

As we prepare to open our doors, we're looking for a motivated, trustworthy, and hands-on Warehouse & Retail Operations Manager to help us build the business from the ground up.

This is a unique opportunity to be involved in the startup phase of a growing business, help establish daily operations, and take on a key leadership role as we expand.

About the Position

We're looking for a reliable, organized, and independent individual who can assist with the initial setup and launch of our warehouse, then transition into managing its daily operations.

During the startup phase, the manager will work closely with the business owners to help establish warehouse procedures, organize inventory systems, prepare the facility for opening, and assist with hiring and training employees.

Once operational, this individual will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day business, including staff management, inventory, customer service, sales, and warehouse operations.

This is a hands-on leadership role with a high level of independence and responsibility. We're looking for someone who takes initiative, solves problems, and can confidently make day-to-day decisions without constant supervision.

Key Responsibilities

Business Startup & Launch

• Work directly with the owners to support the initial setup and launch of warehouse operations.
• Assist with planning and organizing the warehouse layout, inventory storage, and retail sales areas.
• Help establish operational procedures for receiving, sorting, pricing, and selling merchandise.
• Assist with implementing inventory management and point-of-sale systems.
• Support the hiring, onboarding, and training of warehouse employees.
• Coordinate initial inventory deliveries, warehouse setup, and opening preparations.
• Identify operational needs, recommend improvements, and help develop efficient workflows.
• Take an active role in preparing the business for a successful opening.

Warehouse Operations

• Oversee daily warehouse operations, including opening and closing procedures.
• Receive, inspect, sort, price, and organize incoming liquidation merchandise.
• Coordinate shipments, deliveries, and customer pickups.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and monitor stock levels.
• Ensure the warehouse and retail areas remain safe, clean, organized, and efficient.
• Perform hands-on warehouse duties, including lifting, unloading, and moving merchandise.

Staff Management

• Supervise and schedule warehouse employees.
• Assist with hiring, training, and onboarding new team members.
• Delegate responsibilities and monitor employee performance.
• Maintain a positive, productive, and accountable work environment.
• Address day-to-day staffing and operational challenges independently.

Sales & Customer Service

• Oversee retail and wholesale sales activities.
• Assist customers with purchases, pricing, and product inquiries.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with wholesale buyers and resellers.
• Ensure merchandise is appropriately priced, displayed, and organized.
• Oversee point-of-sale transactions and checkout procedures.
• Resolve customer concerns professionally and efficiently.

Administrative & Financial Responsibilities

• Monitor daily sales and cash handling procedures.
• Prepare daily sales reports and coordinate cash deposits.
• Maintain accurate inventory, sales, and operational records.
• Provide regular updates to business owners regarding business performance, staffing, inventory, and operational needs.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, increase sales, and reduce operational costs.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, retail, or management experience preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound business decisions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to take initiative.
• Comfortable learning and using inventory management and point-of-sale systems.
• Ability to perform physical warehouse duties, including lifting and moving merchandise.
• Flexible availability, including some weekends.
• Experience with liquidation, wholesale, resale, or business startup operations is an asset but not required.

Our Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who is:

• Trustworthy and honest: Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
• Self-motivated: Takes initiative and recognizes what needs to be done without being asked.
• Independent: Comfortable making decisions and managing operations with minimal supervision.
• A strong problem-solver: Approaches challenges with practical solutions and sound judgment.
• Organized and dependable: Manages multiple responsibilities while maintaining attention to detail.
• A hands-on leader: Willing to jump in and work alongside the team whenever needed.
• Adaptable: Comfortable working in a startup environment where processes and responsibilities may evolve.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is excited about helping build a business and takes pride in seeing it succeed.

Compensation & Growth Opportunities

• Starting pay of $25.00 per hour .
• Opportunity to increase to up to $28.00 per hour following a successful 90-day introductory period, based on performance.
• Full-time employment.
• Opportunity to play a key role in launching and growing a new business.
• Direct collaboration with business owners.
• Meaningful independence and input into operational decisions.
• Potential for increased responsibilities and professional growth as the business expands.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume along with a brief introduction highlighting your relevant experience and why you would be a good fit for this position.

We welcome applicants with experience in warehouse operations, retail management, wholesale distribution, inventory management, or other hands-on leadership roles.

If you're motivated, dependable, and excited about helping build something from the ground up, we'd love to hear from you!