Senior Night Warehouse Manager

Company

Johnson Brothers Liquor Company

St. Paul, MN

Senior Night Warehouse Manager – A hands‑on operational leader responsible for overseeing large‑scale, multi‑shift warehouse operations in a high‑volume, conveyor‑based distribution center. This role manages a team of 40+ employees and 2-5 supervisors, driving safety, quality, attendance, and productivity, and ensures orders are fulfilled accurately, efficiently, and on time.

• 30,000 cases & 13,000 bottles shipped nightly
• 32 shuttle trucks + 38 local delivery trucks loaded
• Conveyor‑based, multi‑shift warehouse environment
• Union leadership experience preferred

• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and frontline staff, fostering accountability, engagement, and operational excellence.
• Build a strong leadership pipeline and maintain alignment across multi‑shift operations, including managers on shifts other than your own.
• Oversee night warehouse operations, including inventory management, picking, replenishment, shipping, and loading.
• Ensure safety, quality, productivity, and on‑time delivery, maintaining compliance with OSHA, DOT, and company policies.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (Safety, Routing, Security, Fleet, HR) to resolve operational challenges and achieve business objectives.
• Own and monitor KPIs, analyze operational data, and implement process improvements to optimize efficiency and service quality.
• Translate organizational goals into actionable warehouse plans and support strategic execution, continuous improvement, and operational scalability.

• Lift up to 50 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
• Stand and walk for up to 12 hours during shifts.
• Work in environments where noise levels vary and can be loud.
• Work in areas subject to variable temperatures, including outdoor loading and delivery stations.

• Develop Teams – Build high‑performing teams through coaching, mentoring, and career development.
• Deliver Results – Take ownership of operational performance across all shifts.
• Communicate Clearly – Provide consistent, transparent communication with staff and cross‑functional partners.
• Lead Through Change – Adapt to evolving business needs and operational challenges.
• Collaborate Across the Business – Build strong partnerships to support customer service and operational success.

• 3-7+ years leading high‑volume, conveyor‑based or automated distribution center operations, including ownership of night or multi‑shift environments.
• Proven leader‑of‑leaders experience managing supervisors/managers (not just frontline), with teams of 40+ employees.
• Hands‑on operational leadership driving safety, productivity, attendance, and on‑time shipping in fast‑paced, case‑pick or beverage distribution environments.
• Strong WMS experience (High Jump preferred) with the ability to analyze KPIs, optimize workflows, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proven experience of employee and performance management of supervisors or managers, not just frontline employees.
• Experience overseeing multi‑shift warehouse operations.
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain/Logistics, or a related field is preferred.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.

• Union workforce leadership experience and demonstrated ability to partner cross‑functionally (Safety, Fleet, HR, Routing).

The Senior Night Warehouse Manager ensures efficient product movement, team safety, and exceptional customer service, while building a high‑performing, engaged warehouse team. This role is a key driver of operational success and long‑term growth at Johnson Brothers.

• Competitive pay: $100,000 – $120,000 annual
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance & disability coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous PTO & paid parental leave

Johnson Brothers offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, health savings and flexible spending accounts. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k) with an employer match, short‑term disability coverage, company‑paid long‑term disability insurance, generous paid time off (PTO) plans and paid parental leave.

Johnson Brothers is an equal‑opportunity employer, committed to fair treatment and hiring based on qualifications. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.