Zekelman Industries
Manufacturing
SeniorWarehouseManager
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“Senior Warehouse Manager at Zekelman Industries. Skills: Warehouse Operations, Distribution Management, Inventory Accuracy, Team Leadership. Oversee warehouse and distribution operations. Manage inventory”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure safe execution; Ensure efficient execution; Ensure customer-focused execution; Drive on-time delivery; Improve inventory accuracy; Achieve operational excellence; Improve efficiency; Reduce costs
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving skills
Travel up to 25%, Onsite attendance required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
8–10 years warehouse/distribution/logistics experience, 3–5 years leadership experience, Knowledge of warehouse management systems, Knowledge of ERP platforms, Knowledge of inventory control processes, Experience coordinating multi-modal transportation, Ability to lead teams, Ability to drive safety culture, Ability to implement continuous improvement, Analytical skills, Organizational skills, Problem-solving skills, Excellent communication abilities, Excellent stakeholder management abilities, Ability to maintain attendance, Willingness to travel occasionally
Nice to Have
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, Business, or related field, Experience in steel, pipe, or heavy manufacturing, Familiarity with lean principles, Familiarity with Six Sigma methodologies
What You'll Do.
Oversee warehouse and distribution operations
Manage outbound shipping
Optimize material flow
Collaborate with production teams
Collaborate with logistics teams
Collaborate with sales teams
Drive on-time delivery
Drive dock utilization
Drive yard efficiency
Manage inventory accuracy
Perform reconciliation processes
Optimize loading strategies
Optimize transportation methods
Enforce safety standards
Ensure OSHA compliance
Ensure company policy compliance
Maintain environmental compliance
Maintain security compliance
Maintain regulatory compliance
Lead continuous improvement initiatives
Implement lean practices
Implement process optimization
Partner with IT teams
Partner with operations teams
Lead warehouse supervisors
Coach warehouse supervisors
Develop warehouse supervisors
Lead logistics personnel
Coach logistics personnel
Develop logistics personnel
Set performance expectations
Assist in managing budgets
Monitor key performance indicators
Report key performance indicators
Lead healthy work practices
Promote healthy work practices
Lead safe work practices
Promote safe work practices
Perform other duties as assigned
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with production; Collaborate with logistics; Collaborate with sales; Partner with IT; Partner with operations
Communication Scope
Excellent communication
Process & Methodology
Continuous improvement initiatives, Process optimization
Full Job Description
**You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.** Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development. **We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.** **Come build a career you believe in.** **About the Role** As a **Senior Warehouse Manager** at **Wheatland Tube** , a division of **Zekelman Industries** , you will lead a critical part of the supply chain by overseeing warehouse and distribution operations to ensure safe, efficient, and customer-focused execution. This role is responsible for managing inventory, logistics, and outbound shipping while optimizing material flow across a multi-product, multi-modal environment. You will collaborate with production, logistics, and sales teams to drive on-time delivery, inventory accuracy, and operational excellence. This is a full-time, onsite role located in Rochelle, IL. This role is ideal for a results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced industrial environment and is passionate about safety, continuous improvement, and team development. **What You’ll Do** * Oversee warehouse and distribution operations including receiving, storage, inventory control, order fulfillment, and outbound logistics. * Travel up to 25% to support Midwest distribution Centers. * Coordinate multi-modal shipping operations including truckload, rail, and intermodal transportation. * Drive on-time delivery performance, dock utilization, and yard efficiency to support production and customer schedules. * Manage inventory accuracy through cycle counts, reconciliation processes, and inventory control best practices. * Collaborate with production planning, logistics, and sa
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