Warehouse Manager

East Coast Emergency Lighting, a Lehr Company, is the nation’s premier provider of mission-critical vehicle upfitting solutions, serving police, fire, utility, and other essential fleets.  Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, and we’re looking for passionate professionals ready to grow with us. We provide superior customer service, supply only the highest-quality brands, and achieve the highest level of certification.

An incredible culture, stellar reputation, and an amazing opportunity to work in a growing company!

The Warehouse Manager is responsible for overseeing daily warehouse operations, including receiving, shipping, logistics coordination, inventory control, and reporting. This role requires strong leadership skills to guide and inspire warehouse staff, excellent organizational abilities to manage multiple priorities, and effective communication for both customer and internal team interactions. The Warehouse Manager optimizes warehouse processes to operate efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with company policies and safety regulations.

Our Employee Compensation and Benefits show how much we value our Team!

Compensation and Benefits

• $34 - $40 per hour based on experience
• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• 401K
• Paid time off and holidays

Schedule

Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

Location

200 Meco Drive
Millstone, New Jersey 08535

Key Responsibilities

Receiving & Shipping

• Oversee and participate in the receiving and inspection of incoming shipments for accuracy and quality.
• Coordinate outgoing shipments, ensuring proper packaging, labeling, and on-time dispatch.
• Maintain organized staging areas for inbound and outbound goods.
• Coordinate with satellite company facilities to ensure accurate product tracking.

Logistics Coordination

• Plan and coordinate transportation schedules with carriers and freight companies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve delivery delays, damaged shipments, and other logistics issues.
• Maintain communication with vendors, suppliers, and carriers to ensure smooth operations.
• Identify key areas that need improvement and work with management to improve warehouse operations

Inventory Management

• Lead cycle counts, physical inventory, and reconciliation processes.
• Ensure accurate inventory records within Business Central.
• Identify and address inventory discrepancies promptly.

Reporting

• Prepare and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly reports on inventory, shipping, and receiving metrics.

Customer & Employee Interaction

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries related to shipping, order status, and product availability.
• Lead, train, and mentor warehouse staff to maintain high performance and morale.
• Promote a safe, organized, and productive work environment.
• Lead and work with a core team of two people
• Plan and coordinate transportation schedules with carriers and freight companies
• Troubleshoot and resolve delivery delays, damaged shipments, and other logistics issues
• Identify key areas that need improvement and work with management to improve warehouse operations
• Maintain communication with vendors, suppliers, and carriers to ensure smooth operations

Qualifications    

• High school diploma or equivalent. Higher education in a related field is a plus
• 5+ years of warehouse experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role – a must
• Strong understanding of shipping/receiving procedures, logistics, and inventory management systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and warehouse management software.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Forklift certification (or willingness to obtain) preferred

Core Competencies

• Leadership & Team Management
• Attention to Detail
• Customer Service Orientation
• Time Management
• Problem-Solving & Decision Making
• Safety Awareness

Working Conditions
Warehouse environment with varying temperatures.

ADA Compliance
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Stand, walk, bend, and lift 75 pounds
• Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks
• Communicate effectively (verbally or in writing) with team members and supervisors
• Use hands and arms to handle, reach, and move materials

This position may require extended periods of standing and working in varying temperatures. The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.

We look forward to receiving your resume!