Warehouse Manager / Purchasing Specialist

About the position

Responsibilities

• Manage all warehouse activities in support of service and construction operations including receiving, storing, picking, and shipping materials.
• Review, analyze, modify, and implement efficient and effective department processes, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain strict inventory control and ensure accurate and timely shipments and receipts.
• Enforce established safety guidelines and promote a safe workplace.
• Maintain accurate records and metrics, performing audits as necessary.
• Perform quarterly and/or annual physical inventories and provide inventory reports.
• Process returned, rejected, and obsolete parts.
• Establish and maintain professional communication with vendors in alignment with SFS and corporate practices.
• Manage expenses within approved budget constraints.
• Identify, document, and implement opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Maintain a working knowledge of all operating systems pertaining to the work area.
• Hire, train, supervise, motivate, and develop warehouse staff; manage schedules and workflow, as approved.
• Assign duties and monitor quality of work; assure staff conforms to organizational policies and procedures and government regulations.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and oversight of subordinates; actively work to promote and recognize performance.
• Direct salvage of damaged or used material, ensuring proper labeling and separation from good material.
• Keep up to date on overall activities of the team, identifying problem areas and taking corrective actions.
• Perform RFQ procedures for assigned area to ensure best practices are honored.
• Track and communicate delivery of product in accordance with job demands and schedules.
• Resolve product errors by communicating with relevant internal customers.
• Support Shop Technicians and Warehouse Manager for covering duties including emergency orders and inventory counts.
• Report stock inventory needs based on reporting and support Purchasing Manager in achieving minimum shrink counts.
• Order products and goods for warehouse inventory per company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3 years warehouse experience required.
• Knowledge of Fire Life Safety equipment, material, and tools preferred.
• 2 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Forklift experience and current certifications/licenses where necessary required.
• Must be able to lift over 50 lbs.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English with employees and customers.
• Ability to operate a computer and use Microsoft Office with intermediate Excel skills required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the fire protection industry.
• Knowledge of supply chain management practices.
• Experience with inventory management systems.

Benefits

• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Support for NICET and other career-advancing certifications.
• Dynamic work environment with growth opportunities.
• Employee recognition programs.