Warehouse Manager

The vision of Southern Carlson is to develop strong business relationships so we understand our customers' individual needs and provide the best possible service to improve our and their profitability.

Southern Carlson is a leading distributor of the most recognized brands of construction and packaging tools, fasteners, jobsite supplies, and expert service across North America. Since 1947, we’ve built our reputation on reliability, integrity, and a commitment to helping our customers get the job done right.

Our success is driven by more than just products — it’s powered by our people, our relationships, and our dedication to providing unmatched service every day.

At Southern Carlson, our values guide how we serve customers, support our teammates, and grow our business.

Provide Fanatical Service
We take ownership of every challenge and go above and beyond to exceed expectations.

Act With Urgency
We respond quickly and decisively — because our customers’ time matters.

Earn & Maintain Trust
Trust is earned through consistency, accountability, and doing what’s right.

Continuously Improve
We never stop learning, growing, and improving how we work.

We’re seeking an experienced and motivated Warehouse Manager to lead daily warehouse operations and develop a high-performing team. This role is critical to maintaining efficient operations, ensuring safety and compliance, and supporting Southern Carlson’s commitment to exceptional service.

Oversee daily warehouse operations, including loading, unloading, picking, stocking, staging, and inventory movement

Supervise, schedule, and assign work to warehouse team members to ensure productivity and accuracy

Coordinate and manage physical inventory counts and cycle counts

Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA standards, and DOT regulations

Review and manage work orders, purchase orders, and inventory reports

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment

Provide coaching, performance feedback, and direction to warehouse employees

Partner with regional leadership to identify and implement process improvements

Perform additional duties as assigned

• 3–5 years of experience managing a warehouse or distribution operation
• Strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills
• Experience with inventory control and warehouse reporting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Customer-focused mindset with proven team leadership experience
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems and Microsoft Office
• Forklift experience preferred
• High school diploma or GED required

Consistent Hours – Daytime schedule, Monday–Friday

Positive Culture – Collaborative, team-oriented, family-style environment

Career Growth – Opportunities for advancement and professional development

Competitive Benefits, including:

Health, Dental, and Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Respect – We build relationships on trust, collaboration, and kindness while learning, growing, and celebrating wins together

Integrity – We do what’s right and go above and beyond to support customers and teammates

Teamwork – We support and encourage one another to deliver top-notch service

Family Environment – A nationwide company with local branches that maintain a family-like culture

All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

Southern Carlson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Southern Carlson, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.