JOB SUMMARY

The primary objective of the Warehouse Manager is to meet and exceed targets by managing and driving operational performance and developing a reliable, sustainable team. This position is a premier role within the organization and is responsible for managing warehouse operations as we continue to grow.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Establish specific proactive initiatives to maintain seamless flow of material in and out which is a backbone of success for our company.
• Ensure operations sustain performance in line with the business objectives and annual budgeting.
• Establish warehousing strategies and policies governing the receipt, storage, and distribution of materials, equipment, and/or supplies.
• Drive high performance for key performance metrics: Inventory accuracy, warehouse productivity, quality standards, and optimal space utilization.
• Provide continual evaluation of all processes & procedures needed to meet or exceed business objectives, champion continuous improvement activity within the branch.
• Analyze existing processes and workflows, identify problems or bottlenecks, account for variances
• Improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the workforce through current technology, training, process improvement, and application of best practices
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure inventory is kept at minimum levels and jobs are not postponed or cancelled due to avoidable stock outages.
• Work alongside Department Leaders to ensure smooth workflow between organizational functions, good communication and good handoff from function to function.
• Lead and coach staff by providing support, facilitating performance management, cultivating a positive culture & environment, and driving business initiatives.
• collaborate with Human Resources, assess the leadership and organizational capabilities necessary to achieve annual and longer-term objectives including talent development and bench strength, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Create and plan headcount needs based on labor, cost & budget.
• Evaluate effectiveness of safety programs and recommend methods to increase quality standards.
• Develop a strong safety culture by establishing proactive safety measures

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company guidelines, policies and procedures, and applicable laws. Supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• Supervise warehouse staff.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 5+ years Management experience successfully managing warehouse operations
• Subject matter expert in quality and operational controls, process improvement, organization and operations flow design, and systems.
• Excellent leadership skills to balance objectives of a great team member experience, & customer experience. Subscribes to a management style that embraces a hands-on approach to success.
• Proven ability to implement process improvements
• Competence to process complex processes and manage several initiatives effectively.
• High level of problem-solving skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must possess the ability to stand for long periods of time; to reach with hands and arms; to move among warehouse; to handle mail and documents; to sit, stoop, kneel and crouch; to lift and move up to 50 pounds; to see well enough to discern differences in quality of documents and files.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• General working conditions
• Warehouse environment
• May have to meet tight deadlines

OUR BENEFITS

• Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision)
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Time Off
• 401(k) Plan with company matching

Artisan Design Group is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees. It is the policy of Artisan Design Group to apply recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and professional development practices without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or certain classifications based on genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.