Warehouse Department Manager

Overview

Essendant is a purpose-driven company that reaches beyond business goals to define its success within commerce today. We support our associates, customers and communities – our core values and guiding principles shape what we aspire to do. Integrity, Collaboration, Customer-Centric, Embrace and Drive Change are our core values that serve as the foundation of our pathway to success. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Giving Back, Associate Safety, and Accountability are our guiding principles that motivate us to focus on creating a safe and rewarding experience.

Essendant is a leader in supporting the supply chain industry and has been in business for 100 years to deliver the best practices for our customers and associates. Join us at Essendant, the better way to commerce.

• Supervise and coordinate daily shipping warehouse operations to ensure productivity, quality, and service level expectations are met.
• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse associates through regular feedback, performance management, and ongoing communication.
• Promote and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Establish department goals, define priorities, and plan initiatives to support operational strategies and business objectives.
• Monitor workflow, labor utilization, and equipment usage to maximize efficiency and throughput.
• Capture, analyze, and interpret operational data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement process improvements to support current operations and future business needs.
• Partner with Operations Management and support teams to align departmental execution with facility-wide objectives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and standard operating practices.

• Proven leadership experience in a warehouse, distribution, or operations environment preferred.
• Strong people-management skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and hold teams accountable.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety standards and best practices.
• Ability to analyze data, identify operational opportunities, and execute improvement plans.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible, hands-on leader capable of adapting to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum two years of job-related experience required.

$70,000-$75,000

• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401K with Matching
• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Vacation, Floating Holidays
• Maternity and Parental Leave Benefits
• Employee Discount
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Semi-Monthly

Essendant drives to be inclusive and celebrates diversity by starting with our associates. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment. We strongly encourage candidates to apply for opportunities, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. At Essendant we are building an elevated community by creating a safe and supportive work environment.

We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, including or based on age, race, color, disability, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. People are what drives our company. We are one team with endless possibilities. We are Essendant.