Warehouse Manager Newcastle

Mexicali Blues is looking for a hands-on, process-minded Warehouse Manager to lead the daily workflow, productivity, safety, and organization of our Newcastle warehouse.

This role is responsible for moving merchandise efficiently from arrival through receiving, processing, storage, and fulfillment for our retail stores, ecommerce customers, and developing wholesale business. The Warehouse Manager works closely with our Inventory & Purchasing Manager, who establishes inventory movement strategies and replenishment priorities, and leads the warehouse team in executing those plans accurately and on schedule.

This is not a desk-only management position. The right person will enjoy leading people, improving processes, solving problems, and working alongside the team.

• Lead, train, coach, and support an effective and accountable warehouse team.
• Work hands-on in all warehouse workflows, including operating forklifts and pallet jacks, unloading shipments, tagging and processing merchandise, organizing storage, picking and packing orders, and loading deliveries.
• Manage the arrival and processing of domestic and overseas shipments.
• Execute store replenishment plans established by the Inventory & Purchasing Manager.
• Oversee ecommerce fulfillment and support the continued development of wholesale fulfillment.
• Maintain high standards for accuracy, packaging, presentation, and turnaround time.
• Lead cycle counts and company-wide physical inventory activities.
• Investigate operational discrepancies and ensure corrections are completed.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive warehouse environment.
• Participate in regular company, delivery planning, leadership, and integrated planning meetings.

• At least three years of warehouse, distribution, fulfillment, or related operational experience.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to establish priorities and keep a team moving effectively.
• Forklift and pallet-jack experience, or the ability to become certified.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Familiarity with inventory, warehouse, shipping, barcode, or label-printing systems.
• The ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds and work on your feet for extended periods.

The salary range is $48,000-$52,000 annually , based on experience and qualifications.

Eligible full-time employees receive:

• Employer-sponsored health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and volunteer time off
• Employee merchandise discount
• Clothing allowance
• Profit-sharing bonus opportunities
• A collaborative and community-focused workplace

Mexicali Blues is a Maine-based, family-owned retailer with stores throughout the state and a growing ecommerce business. For more than 35 years, we have built our company around globally inspired products, meaningful relationships, responsible business practices, and a belief that business can be a force for good.

As a Certified B Corporation, we are committed to balancing strong business performance with a positive impact on our employees, customers, communities, partners, and the environment.