Warehouse Operations Manager

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role:

The Manager of Warehouse Operations in the wholesale trade industry is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the daily operational activities to ensure efficiency, safety, and profitability across business units. This role requires strategic leadership to develop and mentor teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance. The manager will analyze financial metrics and key performance indicators to drive informed decision-making and align operations with organizational goals. Ensuring warehouse safety and compliance with industry standards is a critical aspect of this position, safeguarding both personnel and assets. Ultimately, the Manager of Operations will serve as a pivotal link between executive leadership and operational teams, delivering measurable business results through effective management and reporting. This position is located at 9901 Princeton-Glendale Road, Cincinnati, OH, 45246. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations management within the wholesale trade or a related industry.
• Proven experience in leadership development and team management.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse safety standards and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze financial metrics and key performance indicators.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration or related discipline.
• Experience with advanced business unit financial management and reporting tools.
• Certification in supply chain or operations management (e.g., APICS, Six Sigma).
• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems used in wholesale trade.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop operational teams through effective leadership development and team-building initiatives.
• Conduct interviewing and hiring processes to build a skilled and motivated workforce.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators and financial metrics to assess business unit performance.
• Oversee warehouse safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment and compliance with regulations.
• Prepare and present detailed business unit analysis and reporting to senior management to support strategic planning.
• Manage business unit financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control to maximize profitability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to implement process improvements and operational best practices.

Skills:

The required skills such as leadership development and team building are essential for motivating and guiding operational teams to achieve high performance and cohesion. Interviewing skills enable the manager to recruit and retain top talent, ensuring the workforce aligns with organizational needs. Proficiency in analyzing key performance indicators and financial metrics allows for data-driven decision-making that enhances operational efficiency and profitability. Knowledge of warehouse safety is applied daily to enforce protocols that protect employees and maintain compliance with regulations. Business unit analysis, reporting, and financial management skills are utilized to monitor performance, prepare strategic reports, and manage budgets effectively, ensuring the business unit meets its financial and operational goals.

Notice to all applicants: ORS Nasco is a drug-free workplace. Alcohol and drug misuse poses a threat to the health and safety of ORS Nasco employees and to the security of the company's equipment and facilities. For these reasons, ORS Nasco is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and misuse in the workplace. Employees may be subject to drug screening if safety concerns arise or if reasonable suspicion is warranted.

Notice to third-party agencies: ORS Nasco does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruiting Agreement, ORS Nasco will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fees. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, ORS Nasco explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of ORS Nasco.

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\nCompany Description

At ORS Nasco, our culture is built on four core beliefs: likeability that fosters trust, humility that keeps us grounded, tenacity that drives us forward, and curiosity that sparks innovation. These values shape how we work, how we serve our partners, and how we grow together. Here, your career has room to expand, with opportunities to learn, advance, and make a lasting impact.

Company Description

At ORS Nasco, our culture is built on four core beliefs: likeability that fosters trust, humility that keeps us grounded, tenacity that drives us forward, and curiosity that sparks innovation. These values shape how we work, how we serve our partners, and how we grow together. Here, your career has room to expand, with opportunities to learn, advance, and make a lasting impact.