Warehouse Manager Job at Confidential Posting, Oceanside, CA

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  • Confidential Posting
  • Oceanside, CA

Job Description

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the flow of all products to include inbound shipments/receipts, customer shipments, interplant shipments, inter-warehouse shipments, and maintaining control of all inventory contained in the warehouse. Supervises employees in support of storage and shipping functions and outlying functions of quality inspections, equipment/facility maintenance, and warehouse sanitation.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and control all receiving, storage, movements and shipments of inventory in responsible warehousing
  • Create, edit and manage delivery notes utilizing the company’s ERP system (SAP).
  • Freight vendor relationship management.
  • Freight spend management.
  • Stay on top of market trends and conditions that can affect the company’s freight activities.
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary.
  • Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) training, along with company pre-requisite programs, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s),
  • Following set company and OSHA safety rules, regulations, and guidelines at all times.

Team Leadership & Labor Management:

  • Lead, coach, and mentor a diverse team of warehouse associates, supervisors, and forklift operators (Develop and implement staffing plans based on forecasted volume and seasonal trends.
  • Oversee labor scheduling, time tracking, attendance, and payroll coordination in alignment with labor laws and company policies.
  • Conduct regular performance reviews, establish clear KPIs, and manage corrective action processes when needed.
  • Foster a positive and accountable team culture, emphasizing collaboration, respect, and high performance.
  • Facilitate daily shift meetings, safety briefings, and ongoing staff development initiatives.
  • Implement incentive programs to boost productivity, reduce absenteeism, and improve employee retention.

Warehouse Operations:

  • Supervise inbound and outbound logistics including receiving, storage, order picking, packing, and shipping of food products.
  • Ensure compliance with HACCP, FDA, USDA, and internal food safety guidelines.
  • Manage FIFO (First In, First Out) and FEFO (First Expired, First Out) inventory practices to reduce waste and spoilage.
  • Maintain optimal layout and organization of the warehouse to support safety, efficiency, and scalability.
  • Oversee cold storage integrity, monitor temperatures, and ensure timely maintenance of refrigeration equipment.
  • Enforce cleanliness and sanitation practices according to food-grade warehouse standards.

Technology & Process Optimization:

  • Leverage Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and labor management tools to monitor productivity and workflow.
  • Identify process gaps and lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cost, improve accuracy, and streamline operations.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, transportation, quality assurance, and customer service teams.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations or related strongly preferred.
  • 5 years of food/beverage warehouse management in a food/beverage manufacturing environment preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • In-depth knowledge of warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, inventory control, and shipping logistics.
  • Understanding of food safety regulations (HACCP, USDA) and warehouse sanitation standards.
  • Knowledge of inventory management practices, including FIFO and FEFO.
  • Awareness of freight logistics and vendor management principles.
  • Understanding of continuous improvement and lean warehousing practices.
  • Proven ability to lead, coach, mentor, and manage warehouse staff, including supervisors and forklift operators.
  • Familiarity with labor laws and best practices in labor scheduling, time tracking, and payroll coordination.
  • Ability to foster a positive and accountable team culture.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with internal teams and external vendors.
  • Ability to assess operations, identify inefficiencies, and implement improvements.
  • Strong ability to plan, prioritize, and execute tasks in a high-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Capable of leading improvement initiatives and managing change effectively.
  • Skilled in promoting and enforcing OSHA and company safety guidelines.
  • Ability to manage and coordinate multiple functions simultaneously with attention to detail.
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and operational challenges.
  • Working knowledge of ERP systems and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
  • Proficient personal computer skills (MS office applications – Word, Office, Excel)

Job Tags

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