The Warehouse Manager is responsible for overseeing warehouse operations, processes and resources including repair and exchange, purchasing, and warehouse specialists. In addition to maximizing the process efficiency and productivity, this manager will be responsible for developing and tracking applicable training of all warehouse specialists and managing the accuracy of inventory. Optimizes efficient layouts, workflows, and utilization of warehouse space. Monitors the safety and security of goods and materials. Utilizes an enterprise resource system (ERP)to track and analyze processes and performance.
This position has ultimate responsibility for the processes of receiving, packing, loading, and delivering products, reduce costs and control the flow, storage, and disbursement of parts and materials for Western Aircraft.
Duties & Responsibilities
Review and update warehouse practices in line with company policies, standards, laws and regulations
Negotiate terms and prices with suppliers and freight companies, monitor and assess their performance, and maintain cost-effective practices
Implement logistic strategies, track goods from the origination point to the warehouse and oversee Western Aircraft consignees
Analyze the supply chain data; resolve issues or facilitate alternative plans
Identify process bottlenecks and implement solutions in a timely manner
Develop safety guidelines, train, and enforce protocols
Supervisory
Supervise purchasing, rotables administrators, warehouse specialists, and parts runners
Create an environment of cross-trained employees, and systems of quality assurances according to industry standards
Work closely with purchasing, MRO Operations and OTC Parts Sales to ensure proper handling/receiving and shipping of parts and materials
Oversee training and quality control inspecting, ESD Procedures, forklift operations, and HazMat certifications
Participate in staff management, performance evaluations, and disciplinary functions
Consistently remain cross-trained on all tasks and jobs within the warehouse
Fill in during employee absences and periods of spiked productivity
Inventory Control
Manage the physical inventory and inventory database through cycle counts
Ensure quality of incoming, stored, and shipped parts and materials
Manage repair and exchange activities, and monitor inventory levels
Support and enforce an environment of FIFO (First In/First Out)
Perform inventory adjustments according to management review
Provide management with reports and statistics on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
Create various adhoc reports and provide analytics to drive business decisions
Suggest modifications to the annual budget, as required
Oversee rotables processes
Oversee and adjust min/max inventory items as needed
Qualifications & Job Requirements
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a warehouse environment for a production/service company, preferably in the aviation or automotive industry
Minimum 5 years’ experience in inventory control function
Minimum 3 years’ experience preparing invoices, credits, and returns
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a supervisory role
Aviation background in Supply and Logistics desired
Strong mathematical skills to calculate taxes, freight costs, cash management, and invoicing
Excellent understanding of principles of buying, selling and order management processes
Experience setting up and maintaining organized, easy-to-use database systems for vendor and shipping information, purchase and sales orders, Hazmat information, and training records
Other Prerequisites
Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
Ability to obtain Airport Issued security badge
Valid Driver’s License
Working Environment & Physical Requirements
Work is performed in a warehouse environment with moderate noise level. The employee is frequently subject to inside environmental conditions, which provide protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes
This position requires occasional fieldwork where the employee will be exposed to outdoor weather and industrial type noise conditions
Working around and with equipment having moving parts
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Frequent standing, sitting and walking, balancing, stooping – often for extended periods of time
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate valves, levers, power tools and equipment
Constantly requires clear vision to read printed materials and computer screen to accomplish work
Constantly requires clarity of speech and hearing, which permits the employee to communicate effectively
Available Benefits
Medical, dental, vision
Short term & Long term Disability - paid 100% by Company
Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment - paid 100% by Company
Health Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Account (employer contributions tied to participation in wellness program)
401K & Roth 401k with employer match
Flexible Spending programs
Western Aircraft Inc. has a Drug Free Workplace Policy which includes applicants passing a pre-employment test. Applicants testing positive for the presence of illegal drugs will not be offered employment. DOT applicants who become employees of Western Aircraft Inc. will also be subject to random, reasonable cause, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing.
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.