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

1. Provide leadership and direction to employees daily
2. Participate in performance evaluations
3. Coordinate with supervisors to cover all personnel needs daily
4. Provide efficient and productive communication between departments
5. Ensure and assist in the process that all orders are being expedited in a timely and accurate manner
6. Supervise that all DOT paperwork is completed daily and accurately
7. Propose personnel and equipment needs
8. Monitor safety and procedures within the warehouse setting
9. Take on the responsibilities for inventory accuracy
10. Follow company policies and procedures
11. 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