Warehouse​/Inventory Manager; Perishable

The Judge Group is seeking a Warehouse Inventory Manager for a manufacturing client in Elwood, IL area!

• Develop procedures for verifying shipments, material handling, and maintaining accurate inventory records
• Investigate and address customer and shipper complaints
• Coordinate warehouse operations with other departments including production, sales, and purchasing
• Plan daily warehouse activities based on shipping, receiving, and stock rotation needs
• Interview, hire, train, and supervise warehouse staff, including conducting performance reviews and resolving issues
• Assign tasks and review work for quality and adherence to policies
• Oversee movement of materials and finished goods from receiving to storage
• Supervise truck loading, order picking, and receiving processes
• Maintain daily inventory records and coordinate warehouse staff duties
• Manage warehouse organization and appearance
• Oversee forklift operations and maintenance in warehouse and shipping areas
• Review and assess internal inventory controls and identify areas for improvement
• Coordinate cycle counts, reconcile discrepancies, and analyze results
• Work with purchasing to manage inventory control
• Ensure FIFO system is maintained and support production with ingredient needs and product traceability
• Monitor inventory levels and report out-of-stock or overstock conditions
• Maintain inventory accuracy and log numbers
• Document and update inventory control procedures
• Promote safety and ensure compliance with safety protocols
• Perform other assigned duties

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years in warehousing or logistics with supervisory background
• Experience in high-volume distribution, warehouse, or manufacturing
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems such as SAP
• General manufacturing environment knowledge preferred

This company offers health, vacation, and other benefits with this position.

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