Job Description

The Warehouse Manager will oversee the day-to-day activities and appearance of warehouse and yard locations in support of each regional office or geographical location, and directly supervise Warehouse Leads or Supervisors. The Warehouse Manager will also be responsible for systems and information accuracy, forecasting equipment usage and storage requirements, and will manage warehouse locations so that waste and loss is minimized.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, an eye for operational efficiency and process improvement, and excellent interpersonal communications and collaboration skills.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily warehouse and yard operations across locations.
• Manage warehouse staff, supervisors, and staffing levels.
• Ensure facility safety, cleanliness, and audit readiness.
• Maintain accurate inventory, systems, and data integrity.
• Coordinate inbound/outbound logistics, storage, and distribution.
• Analyze logistics and operations information to optimize cost efficiency for storage/transport.
• Assist warehouse personnel with problem-solving and troubleshooting of supply chain, warehousing, or logistical issues.
• Oversee compliance with safety, regulatory and administrative requirements.
• Manage warehouse budgets, financial impact, and Profit & Loss considerations; participate in planning and budget creation for warehouses and grounds.
• Lead inventory counts, reporting, and documentation process.
• Ensure all staff and personnel are trained and adhere to safety protocols for warehouses and related equipment and attend or conduct safety training when required.
• Collaborates internally and externally: Interact with customers, drivers, vendors, auditors, and visitors in a manner that is consistent with MEI’s mission and policy statements.
• Travel to local warehouse locations frequently; some overnight travel may be required.
• Perform all other duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications (Experience, Skills, and Education):

• High school diploma or equivalent necessary; bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ supervisory experience necessary, preferably in warehousing or supply chain; a combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Warehouse Management System (WMS) and/or Transportation Management System (TMS) experience required.
• Have a valid Driver’s license and be insurable.
• Intermediate to advanced use of Windows-based computer systems, software (particularly MS Office) knowledge, and the ability to learn new software.
• Experience using industrial machinery and various powered equipment.
• Possess an understanding of logistics as it relates to trucking and interstate transportation activities.
• Familiar with OSHA regulations as they pertain to warehousing and logistics; understand laws and regulations specific to the state(s) and or geographical location; and laws regarding the employment and supervision of others.
• Must be able to keep legible records, in English, and understand grammatical differences and the meaning and spelling of words.
• Must be able to travel locally, both on a scheduled and ad-hoc basis.
• Demonstrates basic data analysis knowledge and abilities.
• Overtime may be required to meet organization and client needs.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

This is very physical, hands-on work. A Warehouse Manager must be able to perform General Physical Activities — activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and move your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling or moving materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Must have the ability to work off the ground at varying heights and not be affected by moving machinery or parts. Work may vary between indoor, climate-controlled, normal warehouse environments that may include low-lit areas and non-temperature-controlled environments. May work outdoors in all types of weather, and over uneven ground or terrain. The Warehouse Manager may also sit or stand for long durations and will use keyboard/mouse or other standard office equipment, and will frequently use the senses involving sight, sound, and manual dexterity.

Additional Requirements:

Work with a Top-of-Mind Awareness for the safety of yourself and everyone at the job site. Must be able to work in a high functioning team environment. Display the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Take pride in your work and in the company. Communicate openly and strive for peak performance in daily tasks. Know and deliver the quality service MEI’s customers have come to expect.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed by a Warehouse Manager and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or requirements. MEI reserves the right to change or modify this job description or the essential duties of the job, as necessary.

MEI is an Equal Opportunity, M/F/Disabled/Vet Preferred Employer