Warehouse Manager

The Warehouse & Inventory Manager (WIM) oversees all warehouse and inventory operations to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and safety. This role plays a key part in supporting technician productivity and customer satisfaction by ensuring materials and parts are available when needed and handled properly.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse Operations

• Manage daily warehouse activities including receiving, stocking, picking, packing, and shipping petroleum and c-store related parts.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Optimize warehouse layout and storage systems for efficiency.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound deliveries, freight pickups, and logistics.

Inventory Management

• Maintain accurate inventory levels using ERP or inventory management systems.
• Conduct cycle counts and physical inventories on a regular basis.
• Monitor inventory turnover, usage trends, and reorder points.
• Manage returns, warranty items, and defective components.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of hazardous materials.

Technician Support

• Prioritize and fulfill technician part requests in a timely manner.
• Prepare job kits and stage materials for upcoming work orders.
• Advise technicians on part availability and suitable substitutions.
• Coordinate closely with the Service Department to anticipate upcoming needs.

Vendor & Procurement Coordination

• Partner with the purchasing team to forecast material demand.
• Communicate with vendors regarding availability, backorders, and sourcing options.
• Support cost-control and inventory optimization initiatives.

Leadership & Process Improvement

• Supervise and support warehouse staff.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety standards.

Skills & Qualifications

Required

• 3 years of experience in warehouse or inventory management.
• Working knowledge of petroleum and convenience store equipment parts.
• Proficiency with ERP or inventory management software.
• Ability to operate standard warehouse equipment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.

Preferred

• Experience in the petroleum equipment or service industry.
• Knowledge of DOT and OSHA regulations related to hazardous materials.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience.
• OSHA forklift certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in varying warehouse temperatures.
• Ability to safely operate a sit-down forklift.

Additional Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned to support operational needs and business priorities