Warehouse Manager
$60,000–$60,000 year
On-siteChicago, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Supervise warehouse staff, oversee daily shipping, receiving, and storage tasks, and maintain accurate inventory records for high-value items including artwork and furniture. Conduct regular performance evaluations, lead safety initiatives as the Safety & Security Officer, and manage equipment maintenance and supply ordering. Act as the primary point of contact for client inquiries, provide shipping estimates, and coordinate with departments to ensure seamless service. Ensure facility compliance with all protocols while optimizing space usage and supporting cost analysis and workflow improvements. Requires 5 years of warehouse experience with 2 years in a supervisory role; high school diploma required.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma
- Minimum 5 years of warehouse experience
- At least 2 years in a supervisory role
- Ability to lift up to 60 lbs
- Ability to perform physical warehouse tasks
- Comfortable working around mechanical equipment
- Comfortable working in occasionally noisy environments
Desired Qualifications
- Background in inventory management
- Background in moving
- Background in storage
- Background in art handling
- Strong leadership skills
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to interpret documents
- Ability to write clear emails
- Ability to handle client communications professionally
- Intermediate math skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Experience with Excel
- Experience with Word
- Experience with warehouse software
- Experience with inventory software
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