Warehouse Operations Manager; Bilingual in Bradenton

Bilingual Warehouse Operations Manager

We are looking for a Bilingual Warehouse Operations Manager for our warehouse in Bradenton. The Furniture Warehouse is a multi‑retail furniture chain with a 148,000 sq. ft. warehouse and a state‑of‑the‑art radio frequency bar‑coded warehouse. We have 6 showrooms along Florida’s Gulf Coast.

• Maintain a working knowledge of company products and policies
• Management of 50 warehouse employees
• Work closely with management team to ensure compliance with all company policies
• Provide management coverage of the warehouse, including opening and closing of the warehouse
• Provide leadership to build an atmosphere that is motivating, cooperative, and rewarding
• Train, guide, and develop staff
• Hold staff accountable for performance objectives and recommend performance improvements as necessary
• Maintain inventory integrity within our system by ensuring all inventory transactions are accounted for in the database daily, weekly, monthly, and annually
• Control inventory levels by conducting physical counts; reconciling with data storage system
• Oversee the unloading of incoming shipments; inspect, count all items, and ensure proper paperwork
• Ensure that all merchandise and parts are put away and scanned in receiving daily
• Ensure that all merchandise and all parts on the racks are stacked safely and neatly with all inventory tags scanned and accessible to inventory staff
• Monitor stock rotation and analyze product inventory issues
• Inspect and complete paperwork for returned and refused merchandise; perform proper placement of defective merchandise by returning to vendor, repairing/returning to stock, or sending to clearance
• Oversee day‑to‑day distribution and transportation operations
• Route trucks per current delivery forecast; prepare delivery and warehouse error reports and review with drivers and warehouse staff
• Maintain transfer schedule of new inventory to be sent to sales floors and ensure timely removal of sold merchandise from sales floors
• Direct technicians with daily workflow, assist in scheduling services or exchanges, and review quality of work completed
• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety rules and regulations
• Safeguard warehouse operations and contents by ensuring security and safety procedures are followed and reviewed for needed updates
• Inspect physical conditions of warehouse, vehicle fleets, and equipment and order necessary testing, maintenance, repairs, or replacements
• Assist in keeping the inside and outside warehouse surroundings free of debris

• Minimum of 5 years management experience in a warehouse facility
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Excellent inventory and accounting skills
• Good computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Ability to operate a stand‑up forklift and obtain forklift certification
• Ability to use RF unit
• Capable of constantly squatting, bending, pulling, and pushing
• Able to stand in one spot for a long period of time
• Ability to work in cooler and warmer temperature zones
• Must have previous Furniture Warehouse experience
• Must be punctual, reliable, and a positive team player
• Ability to read, write, and speak English and Spanish
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean record
• Associate or Bachelor degree

• Competitive pay: $70,000 – $85,000 depending on education and experience
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, profit sharing, employee discount, and paid vacations & holidays
• Ability to make a real impact on company success and team growth
• Stability and reputation – local leader since 1988