Warehouse Manager Jobs

Midwest Veterinary Supply is seeking a Warehouse Manager for our Birmingham, Alabama location.

Job Summary

The primary objective of the Warehouse Manager is to ensure that customer service levels are high by minimizing shipping/receiving errors and making sure that orders are fulfilled within shipping cutoffs. The objective will be met by providing the tools, directives, and motivation to all positions within the Pulling, Shipping, and Receiving departments so that they function at maximum efficiency and represent the Company as it relates to corporate policies and procedures.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain proper levels of necessary facility supplies including shipping materials, safety supplies, and other required housekeeping goods.
• Perform supervisory functions including recruitment, employee training, employee scheduling, performance evaluations, progressive discipline, and employee problem resolution. Work with Branch Manager on all hiring and termination decisions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Provide training of new staff and ongoing training of existing staff for their relevant work duties regarding policy and procedure updates or revisions.
• Ensure compliance of safety policies and procedures.
• Utilize records of employee errors to provide re-training and guidance in order to reduce error frequency.
• Work with Branch Manager and Human Resources department on employee matters to include payroll/timekeeping, hiring, disciplinary action, terminations, and employee benefits.
• Ensure facilities and MVS property (including forklifts, delivery vehicles, Coolers, Freezers, HVAC units, and other equipment) are being maintained on the proper schedules and remain in working order. Work with the Branch Manager on maintenance and repair costs.
• Ensure timely resolutions of outstanding warehouse tasks including order waves, replenishments, cycle counts, receipts, put-aways, and immediate needs.
• Answer questions related to products, policies, and procedures. Assist in the resolution of problems that may arise related to order processing and managing inventory control.
• Serve as a supervisor for the Pulling, Shipping, and Receiving departments. Provide the tools, directive, and motivation necessary for employees to perform at maximum efficiency, but also be available to perform any of the warehouse functions on an as needed basis (see descriptions of warehouse positions).

Job Requirements & Qualifications

• Ability to perform general building maintenance
• Good listening and verbal communication skills to include the ability to demonstrate diplomacy and professionalism
• Ability to manage, delegate to, and lead employees to ensure ultimate performance levels
• Forklift certified or ability to become forklift certified required
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Ability to differentiate details related to product codes and descriptions (such as verifying a string of numbers)
• Basic computer skills, ability to operate a Windows-based computer and data entry
• Strong organizational skills
• The ability make quick decisions based on sound business logic
• A minimum of two years of experience as a supervisor within a distribution setting is preferred
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• A high school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required
• Ability to work with Corporate office to achieve mutual goals
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedural manuals
• Must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily
• Ability to work well with others and independently
• Ability to remain flexible and open minded
• A minimum of two years of experience within the veterinary industry is preferred
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percentages.
• Specialized warehouse management training of at least two years is preferred

Mental & Physical Demands

• Frequent use of a telephone – listening and speaking
• Ability to work long hours as needs arise
• Regular interaction with people, team-player
• Frequent use of hands for writing and computer keyboard
• Ability to work at a desk throughout the day
• Attention to detail critical to ensure accuracy and completion of objectives
• Fast pace of work which requires multi-tasking and ability to work under pressure
• Bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching
• Ability to climb ladders/stairs, balance, stand/walk on concrete floor for extended periods
• Regularly lift/move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 70 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds
• Vision: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Repetitive motion: reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, carrying

Job duties and requirements may be subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Requirements are representative of the minimum levels of education, experience and skills required to perform the essential functions of this job. The job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Midwest Veterinary Supply reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Equipment Used

Windows based computer, tape gun, safety knife, 2-way radio, safety equipment, markers, label equipment, packaging materials, ladders, box cutter, forklift, pallet jack, safety inspected vehicle, hand cart

Work Environment

Work will be performed indoors in a relatively temperature controlled climate where moderate heat, cold or humidity may be experienced. Moderate exposure to dust and dirt may also be expected. Occasional travel may be required. May require handling of products with cautious warning labels. This is a safety sensitive position.

Salary/Benefits

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance, a 401k plan, paid holidays, and Paid Time Off (PTO). Our work environment is business casual and we like to have fun with weekly relaxed dress days and regular events like holiday contests, cookouts, and employee appreciation celebrations.

About Us

Midwest Veterinary Supply, Inc. (MVS) has provided quality service and merchandise to the veterinary profession since 1961. Our products are distributed from eight branches located in key geographic locations within our trade area. We take great pride in getting our orders out the same day as called in and having the product in the customer's hand the next day. MVS carries products and equipment from most major manufacturers. As we continue to grow, our goal will be, as it has always been, to provide the veterinary profession the very best in service along with quality merchandise at fair and competitive prices.

Midwest Veterinary Supply believes in providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and will not violate any law prohibiting discrimination for or against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of any characteristic protected under local, state, or federal statute, ordinance, or regulation. To view applicable employment notices, please click here to visit our Careers page. California residents, click here to view the California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosure.

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