Warehouse Manager

Our client is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to lead warehousing operations for a complex manufacturing facility in Greenwood, MS. This individual will be responsible for optimizing inventory flow, warehouse efficiency, team performance, and operational excellence while supporting a fast-paced production environment.

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience within a manufacturing setting, a proven ability to manage multiple warehouse operations, and a track record of driving continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory accuracy, safety, productivity, and customer service.

Location: Greenwood, MS (Onsite)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily operations for two warehouse facilities supporting manufacturing operations.
• Manage a team of 4 direct reports and provide leadership for an overall warehouse organization of approximately 15-20 employees .
• Ensure timely and accurate receipt, storage, inventory management, and shipment of raw materials, components, and finished goods.
• Develop and implement warehouse processes that improve efficiency, inventory accuracy, space utilization, and service levels.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, productivity, inventory accuracy, on-time shipping, and labor utilization.
• Partner closely with Production, Supply Chain, Planning, Procurement, and Transportation teams to ensure material availability and operational continuity.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other operational excellence methodologies.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies, OSHA regulations, and safety standards.
• Lead cycle count programs and inventory control processes to ensure inventory integrity.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, training, coaching, performance management, and employee development activities.
• Support budgeting and cost control initiatives while identifying opportunities for operational savings.
• Champion a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and employee engagement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of warehouse leadership experience within a manufacturing environment required.
• Experience managing multiple warehouse operations or large-scale warehouse facilities.
• Proven leadership experience managing supervisors and frontline warehouse teams.
• Experience leading teams of 15+ employees in a fast-paced manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, warehouse operations, shipping, receiving, and material handling processes.
• Experience utilizing warehouse management systems (WMS), ERP systems, and inventory control tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Ability to drive process improvements and operational efficiencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a complex manufacturing environment with high SKU counts and high-volume material movement.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification.
• Experience with automated warehousing systems or advanced inventory management technologies.
• Multi-site warehouse leadership experience.
• APICS, CPIM, CSCP, or related supply chain certifications.

What We're Looking For

• Hands-on leader who enjoys being on the warehouse floor and engaging with employees.
• Strong people manager capable of developing supervisors and building high-performing teams.
• Results-oriented professional with a focus on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborative leader who can effectively work across operations, supply chain, and manufacturing functions.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment while balancing strategic initiatives and daily execution.