Senior Warehouse Supervisor (Site Manager)
San Diego, CA / Port Hueneme, CA
Description
  • Serve as the on-site leader for respective Pacific-region CIF operation, acting as the senior authority for daily warehouse activities.
  • Direct and supervise all warehouse personnel at the assigned location, ensuring mission-aligned performance and accountability.
  • Oversee receiving, storage, issue, reconstitution, tailoring/sewing coordination, inventory, and shipping of Infantry Combat Equipment (ICE) and related assets.
  • Ensure strict compliance with PWS requirements, security protocols, safety standards, and government property accountability rules.
  • Coordinate daily workflow to meet customer demand, surge requirements, and unit timelines.
  • Maintain operational readiness through disciplined processes, accurate documentation, and audit-ready inventory practices.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact between the site and the Project Manager for all operational matters.
  • Monitor productivity, throughput, and quality metrics; implement corrective actions as needed.
  • Enforce warehouse layout plans, traffic flow, and storage configurations to ensure efficient use of space and safe material handling.
  • Lead training and development of warehouse staff, ensuring consistent execution of standard operating procedures.
  • Foster a professional, customer-focused environment supporting military and government personnel.
Requirements
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in warehouse operations, logistics supervision, or inventory management.
  • Prior experience in a DoD, federal, or defense-related warehouse environment strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience supervising teams in operational settings.
  • Experience managing high-value or sensitive inventory is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong leadership and team management abilities.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
  • High attention to detail and process discipline.
  • Ability to operate in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Working knowledge of warehouse safety standards and material handling practices.
  • Proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory tools.

Certifications / Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Forklift certification or warehouse safety certifications are a plus.
  • Logistics or supervisory training is desirable.

Security Requirement

  • Public Trust clearance is required.
  • Candidates must be eligible to maintain clearance throughout employment.