Zekelman Industries

Manufacturing

SeniorWarehouseManager

$130–150k Rochelle, Illinois, United States FULL TIME
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The Brief

“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.

Manufacturing
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving skills

Eligibility Requirements

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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