Warehouse Manager - Phoenix, AZ

Warehouse Manager Location: Phoenix, Arizona, 85009 Category: Warehouse & Operations Job Type: Full Time Job ID: R279757 Shift: Sunday-Thursday, 7am start on Sunday, 10am on Monday. Compensation: $60,000 - $100,000 annually. Responsibilities Lead with a safety mindset that ensures every associate remains injury‑free. Champion safety procedures, processes and training to create and maintain a safety‑first culture in the warehouse. Oversee and develop warehouse associates through one‑on‑one coaching, training on policy and procedures, and assistance in problem resolution. Discuss associate performance with Senior Warehouse Managers and create plans to address gaps. Create a cohesive organization by keeping lines of communication open and directing the workforce to ensure efficient workflow. Direct and supervise the work and productivity of associates within the warehouse department. Drive associate engagement and retention, and create a culture that embodies company values. Participate in building high‑performing teams by interviewing and hiring warehouse personnel, in conjunction with Senior Warehouse Managers. Review performance, coach on productivity and safety targets, and deliver disciplinary action. Lead and direct associates to achieve accurate orders that are then staged and loaded on the trucks. Oversee the preparation of the warehouse for shipping or receiving on the next shift. Monitor operational information, such as mis‑picks and productivity reports, to ensure the entire shift meets rates and follows preferred methods. Take action through coaching and counseling to correct behaviors. On day shift, designate dock locations for inbound carriers. Ensure product is stocked in the appropriate location in accordance with food safety and FIFO processes & procedures. Monitor replenishment activity to ensure stock is available for the shipping shift and to minimize the potential for “shorts”. Maintain the physical condition and safety of warehouse and equipment, including preparing work orders for repairs and requisitions for equipment. Work with operations management team to identify sources of inventory shrink and assist in the development of an action plan. Analyze current operations and make recommendations to improve expense and cost control. Regularly inspect the facility for safety hazards and either resolve them or report them to the safety manager as appropriate. Maintain the physical condition of the warehouse and its equipment. Ensure Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) and FSQA requirements are followed. Effectively schedule working shifts by leveraging appropriate planning tools, such as Microsoft Excel. Other duties assigned by manager. Supervision Direct: Union and/or non‑union warehouse on‑floor associates (Loaders, Selectors, Receivers, Forklift drivers, etc.). Relationships Internal: Warehouse leaders and coworkers; internal customers across departments (e.g., Sales). External: N/A Work Environment The work takes place in normal warehouse environments as well as in cooler and freezer areas where temperatures may be as low as -5 degrees. Minimum Qualifications Minimum of three years of experience in warehouse distribution. Minimum of one year of experience overseeing a workforce. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Broad knowledge of warehouse operations, methods and procedures. Strong leadership, communication and people development skills. Familiarity with inventory control, OSHA, HACCP and other regulatory requirements. Ability to interpret financial and operational data. Basic computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office). Travel 10% travel required, typically for mandatory meetings and/or training. Education & Training High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred. Preferred Qualifications HACCP certification a plus. PCQI certification a plus. Physical Qualifications Must be able to stand occasionally, walk frequently, and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. Additional tasks such as moving cargo, operating forklifts, and performing repetitive reach, bend or twist motions are required. Benefits Health insurance Pre‑tax spending accounts Retirement benefits Paid time off Short‑term and long‑term disability Employee stock purchase plan Life insurance Incentive compensation may be available. #J-18808-Ljbffr VetJobs