Warehouse Manager

Warehouse Manager

Golden Valley Supply (GVS) is a leading independent distributor of interior finish building materials, acoustic solutions, and Division 10 specialties. Established in 1975, we are a nationally certified Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) and take pride in our entrepreneurial spirit. We partner with clients to solve challenges, provide solutions, and create long-term relationships. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, GVS also operates offices/warehouses in Des Moines, Iowa; Fargo, North Dakota; Sioux Falls and Black Hawk, South Dakota.

We are seeking a highly reliable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented Warehouse Manager to oversee operations at our Black Hawk facility. This is a sole operator role, meaning the ideal candidate must be comfortable working independently, taking full ownership of warehouse operations, and ensuring seamless execution of daily tasks without direct supervision.

The Warehouse Manager is responsible for performing all daily activities of the warehouse, which often involves actively performing all warehouse/delivery functions, expediting the receiving and shipping of products, ensuring efficient and organized storage, jobsite delivery and client service. This “hands-on” role includes delivery driver responsibilities and coordination as well as routing of deliveries, inventory control, management best practices, safety and compliance, and strategic projects.

This position reports to the Company’s Senior Operations Manager. Starting annual compensation is commensurate with relevant job experience.

Key Responsibilities

· Uphold, facilitate and model the company’s high standard of Client service and core values of Safety, Integrity, Service and Passion

· Ensure safety, product, equipment, and vehicles by complying with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations

· Responsible for daily loading, lifting, shipping/receiving, quality control and accuracy

· Perform essential functions as a Certified Delivery Driver including driving, lifting, and delivering products.

· Perform essential functions as a Certified Material Handler. Inspect, label and safely inventory Special Order product upon delivery to our warehouse. Prepare in advance for incoming inventory, working closely with Purchasing and completing required paperwork.

· Schedule and route daily deliveries to client jobsites, considering destination, gross vehicle weights (loaded with product) and proper vehicle selection

· Ensure daily vehicle inspections are completed and ELD responsibilities fulfilled.

· Maintain condition of warehouse by planning/implementing new design/layouts to improve efficiency as inventory levels fluctuate and control inventory levels through cycle and physical counts.

· Inspect warehouse equipment and vehicle fleet to facilitate repair, service and/or replacement when needed

· Provide knowledgeable, friendly assistance to walk-in/call-in clients fulfilling orders and other services. This can include creating new sales orders in the system.

· Communicate and collaborate with other key stakeholders across the Company, including Sales and Purchasing departments

· Hire, train, mentor, motivate and manage the performance of warehouse/driving staff on a temporary basis when needed.

· Strategic/special projects as needed

Education & Experience

· Minimum two years of shipping/receiving experience in a distribution environment

· Previous management experience in a distribution, construction, or manufacturing environment

· Minimum two years of leadership experience in a warehouse role such as Warehouse Manager, Assistant Warehouse Manager, Lead positions, etc.

· Experience with material handling and forklift operations

· Experience with DOT, OSHA and FMCSA safety regulations

· Valid Driver’s License with excellent driving record

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

· Ability to repetitively handle products weighing up to 75 pounds.

· Ability to routinely bend, twist, stoop, reach, pull, and push in a warehouse/jobsite setting.

· Analytical, problem-solving and decision-making acumen

· Strong desire for Client service excellence

· Person of integrity with a stellar record of warehouse operations

· Self-directed with collaborative leadership and administrative skills, initiative, and flexibility

· Motivated and proactive with the ability to function well in a fast-paced environment

· Excellent organizational, time management and attention to detail skills, and ability to prioritize

· Excellent analytical, communication and problem-solving skills

· Uphold and model company culture and core values of Safety, Integrity, Service and Passion

· Reliability in attendance and responsible execution of job duties

Company Benefits Upon Eligibility

· Medical, Dental and Health Savings Account (HSA)

· Employer-paid Life Insurance

· Voluntary benefits including Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Term Life, Critical Illness and Accident

· 401(k), Safe Harbor Contribution and Profit-Sharing Contribution

· Paid time off (PTO)

· Paid holidays

· GVS is committed to training, mentoring and supervising for your success

Qualified candidates who are given a conditional job offer must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test and criminal background check; and have the ability to obtain (and maintain) a DOT medical card.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Black Hawk, SD 57718 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Black Hawk, SD 57718: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26