Warehouse Manager - Des Moines

Overview

The Warehouse Manager is responsible for the organization, scheduling and direction of the warehouse staff on a daily basis. Warehouse management experience is required; building material industry experience is preferred.

Location:

Des Moines, IA. The role aims to cultivate a “Raving Fan” customer experience with a best in class image and offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

• Responsible for the daily scheduling of warehouse personnel to ensure proper staffing in order to receive products at the facility in a productive and cost-efficient manner. Adjust schedules as necessary for both the warehouse and drivers.
• Monitor the warehouse inventory, ensure order accuracy fulfillment, and drive productivity levels and upkeep of facility maintenance.
• Direct the day-to-day activities of the warehouse, including shipping, receiving, stocking, organizing material, maintenance and inventory control.
• Coordinate warehouse activities under the direction of the Branch Manager, and train warehouse personnel to ensure a well-coordinated shipping and receiving plan.
• Responsible for scheduling the maintenance of warehouse equipment, providing preventive maintenance programs and ensuring the completion of all necessary repairs; ensure safe, efficient equipment for distribution functions.
• Plan, organize and direct the loading and unloading of deliveries; route drivers for accurate and timely deliveries.
• Oversee the warehouse safety programs to provide a safe, clean workplace for employees in compliance with OSHA local and state regulations.
• Recommend equipment requirements and replacements to the Branch Manager to upgrade and maintain warehouse productivity and efficiency.
• Supervise, manage, and direct the selection, training, development, appraisal and work assignments of personnel.
• Lead weekly cycle counts and assist in annual physical inventories.

• One to two-year technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and delegate assignments.
• Moderate physical activity performing somewhat strenuous daily activities of a production/technical nature.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Forklift certification or like equipment experience demonstrating proficiency.

• 20 paid days off (PTO, Holidays and Family Focused Company Closure between Christmas and New Years).
• Bonus incentive program as well as Holiday bonuses and other bonus opportunities.
• Competitive hourly rate with significant OT potential during peak season hours.
• Flexible work/life balanced hours, typical schedule Monday-Friday 7:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
• Significant employer contributions towards monthly premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life and AD & D benefit plans;
  Additional voluntary options available including Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage, Accidental Injury, Critical Illness and Cancer plans.
• 401K program with a best in industry company match.
• Opportunity for career advancement; family owned, operated and focused company.

Richards Building Supply is a wholesale building material distributor serving 12 states with over 60 locations. As a family owned, operated and focused company, Richards stocks a comprehensive line of products such as residential and commercial roofing, siding, windows, decking, doors, molding, rainware, cabinets, and more. Learn more about us here: