Warehouse Lead

Warehouse Lead – Border States

Location:

Albuquerque, NM

Final date to receive applications:
Posted Until Filled – positions may be filled before or after the listed deadline.

Border States is a 100% employee‑owned electrical supply distribution company with approximately 130 locations across 31 states. We are recognized for exceptional customer service and an open‑book, employee‑ownership culture.

The Warehouse Lead oversees day‑to‑day operations, maintains the facility and equipment, and ensures the safety and accuracy of all warehouse processes. The role includes supervision, training, inventory management, and occasional driving duties.

• Lead and coordinate workflow; schedule and assign tasks to team members.
• Train associates in safe, efficient operations.
• Ensure facility and grounds meet company and government safety standards.
• Maintain equipment and vehicles in safe operating condition.
• Execute SAP functions to streamline warehouse and delivery activities.
• Perform general Warehouse Associate duties.
• Coordinate the inventory process and communicate with internal customers about orders, inventory, and deliveries.

• Assist with driver record management to comply with state and federal regulations.
• Provide occasional delivery driver support when needed.
• Support drivers in meeting CDL requirements for trucks over 26,000 lbs.
• Participate in daily safety meetings and updates.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Two‑year business/trade degree or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum three years supervisory experience in a warehouse/logistics or comparable role.
• Knowledge of electrical products or systems preferred.
• Valid driver’s license to operate company vehicles.
• Prior forklift experience preferred.
• Proficient PC/Windows, Microsoft Office, Internet, Email, and SAP.

• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal, and reading communication.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Customer‑service oriented; reliable, responsive, engaged.
• Positive attitude and leadership by example.

Candidates must be able to lift up to 100 lbs. and perform daily handling tasks. Detailed lift and carry charts are available upon request.

This description is a summary and may change at the employer’s discretion. Employees must be able to satisfy job duties with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Health, Dental and Vision
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
• FSA & HSA
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Disability Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Personal Leave

Bonus opportunities tied to branch and company goals.

Border States is an equal‑opportunity employer. We provide a drug‑free, smoke‑free workplace and are committed to diversity.

• Criminal background check
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check (for driving roles)
• Drug testing

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing