Warehouse Manager

A leading food and beverage company is seeking a Warehouse Manager to join their team in Washington State. The Warehouse Manager will be responsible for ensuring the efficient management of all warehouse functions, including the storage and distribution of materials and products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain management, inventory control, and warehouse operations, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities and Functions:

• Oversee all warehouse operations, including the storage and shipment of materials and products using various transportation methods, receiving, inventory management, facility and equipment maintenance, safety, product quality, customer service, and external storage facilities.
• Set warehouse priorities, track costs, and ensure compliance with environmental and regulatory laws.
• Develop and manage the department's budget.
• Report to the Plant Manager.
• Supervise a team of managers, administrative staff, and hourly workers responsible for storing and shipping finished products, raw materials, packaging, and ingredients.
• Work closely with plant personnel, supply chain/logistics, procurement, sales, planning, and customer service teams.
• Potentially oversee multiple large warehouse facilities.

Qualifications:

• Food manufacturing principles and practices, including food safety, quality, and production concepts.
• FDA and OSHA regulations, GMPs, sanitation, and HACCP.
• Financial and manufacturing accounting principles.
• Inventory planning and management.
• Warehousing and distribution operations.
• Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strategic planning and execution.
• Relevant federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

Ability to:

• Foster cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
• Identify, research, and analyze issues, propose alternative solutions, and anticipate the consequences of proposed actions.
• Organize, plan, and execute tasks effectively.
• Utilize computers and software, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Experience, Certification/Licenses, and Training:

• A bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain, or a related field is preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in supply chain, inventory control, warehouse management, or a related field.