Warehouse Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Warehouse Manager to oversee daily distribution center activities in Petersburg, Virginia while driving reliable, high-quality service across receiving, storage, order preparation, and outbound shipping. This role is ideal for a hands-on operations leader who can strengthen inventory control, improve workflow efficiency, and build a strong culture of safety and accountability. The Warehouse Manager will partner with cross-functional teams, use performance data to guide decisions, and lead continuous improvement efforts that support operational growth.

Responsibilities:
• Direct warehouse operations across inbound receiving, put-away, storage, replenishment, picking, packing, and shipping to ensure smooth and timely execution.
• Improve fulfillment performance by monitoring accuracy, turnaround times, and throughput, and by resolving operational bottlenecks quickly.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using structured methods such as Lean, 5S, Kaizen, or Six Sigma to streamline processes and remove inefficiencies.
• Establish and maintain clear operating procedures, while refining warehouse layout, slotting strategy, and space usage to support productivity.
• Oversee inventory control activities including cycle counts, physical counts, discrepancy investigations, and corrective actions to maintain strong stock accuracy.
• Manage replenishment levels and coordinate with internal partners on excess, aging, or slow-moving inventory to reduce waste and improve availability.
• Promote a safety-focused environment through inspections, audits, training, incident reviews, and enforcement of regulatory and company standards.
• Lead staffing, scheduling, coaching, and performance management for warehouse employees, while fostering teamwork, accountability, and career development.
• Track key warehouse metrics, prepare operational reports for leadership, and manage labor and operating expenses to balance cost, service, and safety objectives.• Proven experience leading warehouse, distribution, or logistics operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control practices, order fulfillment processes, and warehouse performance management.
• Demonstrated ability to apply continuous improvement tools to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve service levels.
• Experience supervising teams, setting priorities, and managing staffing plans based on operational demand.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems and comfort using operational data to identify trends and support decisions.
• Solid understanding of workplace safety standards, compliance requirements, and incident prevention practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, leadership, and cross-functional partners.
• Background in operations management, logistics, or warehouse management.