Warehouse Manager

Job Description

Job Description

For over 75 years, Purvis Industries is proud to be a family-owned and operated industrial distributor that does business the old-fashioned way : sell quality, top-tier manufacturers, know the products and the application challenges the products solve, and have the product available on the local branches' shelf.

Today, the company has 101 locations in 17 states and is one of the largest independent bearing and power transmission distributors in the country.

The following is a list of job duties for the position of Warehouse Manager. These responsibilities and physical requirements include, but are not limited to, the following :

Responsibilities

• Supervise and schedule warehouse and delivery staff to ensure safe and efficient operation of all warehouse functions.
• Supervise and schedule maintenance of company delivery vehicles; per set preventive maintenance program.
• Oversee warehouse operations to exceed expectations for productivity, daily workflow, product availability, and accuracy.
• Ensure that merchandise is received and stored efficiently and economically and maintain required records in conformance with company policy.
• Supervise the proper routing, loading, and preparing orders for shipment and delivery by customer instructions.
• Supervise the proper handling of inter-company transfers of inventory.
• Maintain all equipment in good working order.
• Use excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to deal positively with senior management, sales staff, employees, vendors, and customers.
• Train, schedule, and supervise a warehouse staff of approximately 4 employees.
• Proficiently use required technologies, including distribution and office software.
• Operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts, safely.
• Verify that forklift / truck operators are within regulatory compliance.
• Resolve any delivery complaint issues quickly and effectively.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Adherence and compliance with the company’s Certificate of Conflicts of Interest, Confidentiality and Standards of Business Ethics, and Hiring Standards.
• Other duties as assigned by Branch Manager

Requirements

• Strong judgment and decision-making ability.
• Problem-solving and analytical ability.
• Superior organizational skills.
• Manages time and resources effectively while adapting quickly to changing priorities.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Team player who works productively with a wide range of people.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of logistics, including carriers, shipping policies and procedures.
• Operates forklifts in compliance with Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
• Effective listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Experience implementing and maintaining safety initiatives for company machinery within the warehouse.
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• BIlingual preferred
• Education :
• High school diploma / GED not acceptable.
• Preferred Experience :
• 1 year in a similar position
• 2 years in a progressive position

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(k) enrollment
• Health insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Ability to set up a Flexible Spending Account

You will be a valued member of a stable and established company. We are committed to our employee’s professional development and will provide you with ongoing training as well as opportunities for advancement.

Purvis Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes a drug-free workplace.

No agencies please.