Warehouse Manager

Nippon Express Company, Ltd. (“NX”) was founded in 1872 in Japan and is headquartered in Tokyo. NX employs approximately 72,000 employees at 733 locations, in 47 countries and 314 cities around the world.

Nippon Express U.S.A., Inc. (“NEU”) was incorporated in New York in 1962 as a fully owned subsidiary of NX. NEU provides logistics solutions and comprehensive transportation services through its international freight forwarding and logistics network, including specialized handling of: air, land, sea and express packages; all types and sizes of cargo; personal effects and household goods; fragile and perishable freight; and livestock.

NEU also provides related services, such as warehousing, distribution and customs brokerage and clearance. NEU operates at 55 locations in 27 states within the U.S., with approximately 1300 employees. NEU has enjoyed tremendous growth and success as one of the top five international freight forwarders in the world. We connect people with products throughout the world.

Salary Range

Min:$70,000/year

Max:$75,000/year

This salary range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At NEU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Warehouse Manager to oversee the daily operations of our warehouse facility. This position is responsible for inventory control, import/export compliance, bonded cargo operations, employee supervision, customer communication, safety, operational efficiency, and the financial performance of warehouse operations.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in warehouse and logistics management, a thorough understanding of import/export procedures, and the leadership skills necessary to manage a fast-paced operation. The candidate will be a hands-on leader who can balance warehouse operations, regulatory compliance, customer service, employee management, inventory accuracy, safety, and financial performance while continuously identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the secure storage, handling, and regulatory compliance of imported goods.
• Ensure all warehouse operations comply with applicable local customs laws, regulations, and bonded cargo requirements.
• Review and verify the accuracy and completeness of import/export documents, customs declarations, cargo release forms, and related documentation before cargo movement.
• Manage all inventory control activities to ensure accurate stock levels and product accountability.
• Supervise receiving, storage, inventory movement, and shipping records through the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Conduct regular cycle counts and investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies to minimize losses, delays, and potential penalties.
• Lead and supervise warehouse supervisors, clerks, logistics associates, and other warehouse personnel.
• Provide employee training, coaching, performance management, and operational guidance.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound dock schedules with ocean and air freight arrivals to minimize congestion, delays, and cargo dwell time.
• Monitor and manage key performance indicators (KPIs), including order accuracy, labor costs, dock-to-stock time, productivity, and other operational metrics.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements and other applicable health and safety regulations.
• Continuously evaluate and improve warehouse workflows, processes, equipment utilization, and overall operational efficiency.
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