Assistant Warehouse Manager

The Assistant Warehouse Manager is an experienced leader with exemplary organizational, team building and time management skills. This role is responsible for effective and accurate movement, storage, and transfer of inventory. You will plan and communicate daily assignments, monitor and report metrics, train and direct warehouse staff, problem‑solve, and plan and facilitate process improvements to increase quality and quantity efficiency. Responsibilities Engage in team member performance management, including coaching conversations, delivering disciplinary action, participation in performance reviews and performance improvement plans Conduct interviews and assist in the selection of candidates for Material Handler and Warehouse Lead roles Direct daily assignments for team members Work with the department head to identify, improve and/or resolve bottlenecks, waste, and process inefficiencies Conduct inventory management, cycle counting, and product transfers Cross‑train team members in each of the areas of responsibility Train in all areas and provide backup where needed to ensure successful outcomes for the team Address operational issues using continuous improvement methods and assist in implementing operational changes Partner collaboratively with a broader operations management team to facilitate efficient and streamlined work processes Practice and apply safe working principles, creating awareness for all employees; promote a safe and healthy work environment Update and report metrics regularly Demonstrate accountability Requirements The ideal candidate is motivated to support and develop team members and will possess a passion for growth and learning. This candidate must be able to foster an environment of success built on continuous improvement. Skills Needed Leadership: provide clear direction and motivate a diverse team Experience managing quality and accuracy metrics Good written and verbal communication skills in English Spanish language skills a plus Strong problem‑solving ability Ability to promote a safe and healthy work environment Personal Qualities Thrives in a fast‑paced startup environment – self‑starter, driven, comfortable with ambiguity A desire to learn and grow Calm and productive in the face of pressure Committed to personal integrity, quality, accuracy Experience & Education 5+ years of experience in warehouse work Demonstrated record of coaching employees to success, both one‑to‑one and as a team Tech savvy with experience in Microsoft productivity programs and other software solutions Experience in ERP environments with MS Dynamics a plus Physical Requirements Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer Talking, listening, and typing for extended periods of time Occasionally required to bend, kneel, and reach Must be able to lift 40 pounds regularly Benefits Gear Up Sports provides the following employee benefits: Paid Time Off (PTO) – 2 weeks (80 hours) per year for full time, accrued based on hours worked Paid Holidays – New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Healthcare Benefits – Effective the first of the month following the date of hire: Health/Vision insurance through Regence BlueCross BlueShield Dental insurance through Regence Life, Disability & Accident Insurance through MetLife – effective 1st of the month following date of hire: Group Term Life insurance – company paid Long Term Disability insurance – company paid Voluntary additional life insurance for self & dependents Voluntary Accident Insurance Flexible Spending Account Plan (FSA) – allowing pre‑tax savings for Health and Dependent Care Expenses Health Savings Account Plan (HSA) – allowing pre‑tax savings for Health expenses if participating in HDHP health insurance plan Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) – plan provided through Canopy 401(k) Plan – participation after three months of employment with employer‑matching contribution Equal Opportunity Employer Gear Up Sports, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical or family leaves, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. To comply with Federal law, GearUP participates in E‑Verify. All newly‑hired employees are queried through this electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify their identity and employment eligibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr gearUP