Warehouse Manager - PACE Supply

PACE Supply is a leading provider of plumbing, HVAC, water treatment, and related products, dedicated to delivering exceptional service and quality solutions to our customers.

As we expand our operations into Van Nuys, California, we are excited to announce an opportunity for a Warehouse Manager to join our team and lead the launch of our new branch. This is a pivotal role for a motivated professional ready to take ownership of warehouse operations and drive excellence from the start.

Why join PACE Supply? This is your opportunity to make a significant impact by leading the launch of a new facility, driving operational excellence, and contributing to our company’s continued growth. At PACE Supply, we value our employees and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and success.

Are you ready? If you have the qualifications, leadership skills, and passion for building and managing a high-performing team, we want to hear from you. Apply today and be part of our exciting journey to Van Nuys, California!

Warehouse Operations & Process Management:

• Strategically manage the warehouse in compliance with company policies and vision.
• Oversee all processes and procedures for inbound and outbound operations.
• Ensure proper staffing for peak efficiency and task completion.
• Manage the work performance of the inbound and outbound teams to meet productivity standards and KPI metrics.
• Lead continuous initiatives to enhance customer service, accuracy, and productivity while reducing operating costs.
• Address process opportunities, resolve issues, and implement standard resolutions.
• Create and promote a safe working environment and a safety culture.
• Implement new or improved work processes.
• Manage staff to ensure job duties are performed correctly.

Coordination and Communication:

• Coordinate projects among warehouse departments, sales, management, customers, and other branches.
• Communicate with other branches and branch managers to identify support requirements.
• Collaborate with sales and support staff to optimize customer service and operational efficiency.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating cooperatively with all stakeholders.

Leadership and Team Development:

• Support the Branch Manager in overseeing overall operations.
• Partner with management/leadership to align objectives, provide operational updates, and develop new procedures and strategies (if needed).
• Build the leadership bench through development plans.
• Deliver performance reviews and conduct check-ins with the leadership team.
• Address performance-related incidents and recommend actions on disciplinary and personnel issues.
• Train and develop team lead and associates to foster a culture of employee engagement.

Customer Service / Operational Excellence:

• Resolve customer issues and maintain effective communication.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Collaborate with the credit department for efficient customer handling.
• Communicate issues and concerns that hinder branch effectiveness, escalating when necessary.

Inventory and Operations:

• Evaluate quantity and locations of inventory for operational efficiency.
• Verify accuracy of computer inventory through physical count.
• Oversee maintenance of the building and equipment.
• Analyze company reports, including ship editing reports and financial statements.
• Drive efforts to meet or exceed monthly and annual sales budgets and metrics.

Minimum Requirements

• 3-5 years of warehouse experience with supervisory/management responsibilities or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a warehouse.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems and software.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills include expertise in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Ideal Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or related field (preferred)

Ideal Work Experience and Skills

• 7-10+ years' experience in distribution management. 
• Experience supervising 20+ employees in a distribution/warehouse environment.
• 5 years minimum tenure with PACE Supply Corp.
• 2 years industry related supervisory experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. PACE Supply will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to employment regulations.

Pre-Employment Requirements

As part of our commitment to providing a safe and secure work environment for our team members and customers, successful candidates must complete the following pre-employment requirements:

Background Check: A comprehensive background check will be conducted to ensure candidates meet the necessary criteria for employment. PACE Supply will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to California employment regulations.

Physical Examination: Candidates will undergo a physical examination to assess their fitness for the position's requirements.

Drug Test: A drug test will be administered to ensure a drug-free workplace.

Work Environment

Physical Requirements:

• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• Ability to lift items that weigh up to 50 lbs. regularly. This includes carrying, dragging, and walking with materials, as well as using a hand-truck.
• Prolonged periods of standing or sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Environmental Conditions:

• The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
• Occasionally, the employee may be exposed to high, precarious places and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefit Snapshot:

PACE Supply is proud to be an employee-owned corporation. We offer competitive wages, career pathways of growth, and excellent benefits packages that includes medical, dental, and vision care that is available to you within the first 30 days! We also provide our employees with life insurance, sick days, holidays, vacation, two retirement programs of 401(k) and ESOP, and much more.

Relocation Benefits

NO

Remote Availability

NO

*Please note that individual total compensation for this position will be determined at the Company's sole discretion and may vary based on several factors, including but not limited to, location, skill level, years and depth of relevant experience, qualifications and other business considerations. PACE Supply is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the People's Department at (844)-393-7172.