Warehouse Operations Manager

4 weeks ago


Los Angeles, California, United States DHL Global Forwarding Full time

Job Title: Warehouse Operations Manager

Location: Torrance, CA

Company Overview:

DHL Global Forwarding is a leading logistics company that provides innovative solutions to businesses worldwide. As a Warehouse Operations Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our warehouse and ground operations, meeting customer requirements while adhering to corporate guidelines and policies.

Job Purpose:

As a Warehouse Operations Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing warehouse and ground operations strategies. Your goal will be to ensure the efficient movement, storage, and inventory control of materials, finished goods, tools, and packaging. By aligning with the business strategy, you will contribute to cost reduction, quality improvement, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define warehouse and manual handling strategies aligned with business requirements and guidelines.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive warehouse plans, budgets, and performance measures.
  • Oversee ground operations, ensuring timely receipt and processing of shipments.
  • Drive maintenance of accurate stock information, monitor material movement, and compare production schedules against inventory levels.
  • Monitor regular inventory cycle counts to ensure accuracy.
  • Implement inventory control measures, including stock turnover analyses and material scheduling.
  • Establish and maintain safety/security and inventory control programs for the safe operation and storage of goods and equipment.
  • Optimize warehouse facilities for efficient storage and distribution of material goods.

Skills/Requirements:

  • BA/BS preferred or minimum of 6-8 years supervisory/managerial experience within the freight forwarding and/or airline industry.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability to include driving KPIs, employee engagement/team building. Strong ability to develop, coach, train, and mentor staff to success.
  • Strong knowledge and experience in warehousing, forklift operation, and workplace safety; proficiency in operations management, inventory management, and inventory control.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply technology-operating tools (WMS-Barcode Scanning, Track & Trace).
  • Strong computer skills: Microsoft Products (i.e., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, & Outlook).
  • Previous leadership experience in a Unionized environment is preferred.
  • Multimodal experience is preferred (i.e., Air, Domestic, Import, Export, TL, LTL).

Benefits:

  • Total Compensation Package: We offer a competitive base salary.
  • 401(k) with a match: Pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan comes with a $1 for $1 match up to 4% quarterly, plus a 2% base contribution annually to help you save for retirement.
  • Stock Purchase Plan: Eligible employees can purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a 15% discount and benefit from the Group's success as shareholders.
  • Medical: We offer comprehensive healthcare plans covering preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services, and prescription drugs.
  • Vision: Optional coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.
  • Dental: Optional coverage for preventative, major, and basic dental services.
  • Holiday/Paid Time Off: The company provides paid time off for 7 major holidays each calendar year (New Year's Day, MLK Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day), plus 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation days.

Why join DHL Global Forwarding?

We are part of the DHL Group, the world's leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at

DHL Global Forwarding has been recognized externally as a Top Employer and a Great Place to Work.

Why does this matter to you?

  • It means that when you partner with DHL Global Forwarding, you're working with an ethical and socially responsible company.
  • We believe that when people love to come to work, they give more, try harder for their customers, and are proud of the service they give.
  • And that's why external organizations have granted us different accolades for our people practices.

Our Vision: The Logistics Company for the World

Our Mission: Excellence. Simply Delivered.

Our Purpose: We connect people, improving their lives.

Our Values: Respect & Results

Our Goals: Employer, Provider, and Investment of Choice, Living Responsibility

At DHL Global Forwarding, we cultivate a culture that values both respect and results, placing a strong emphasis on fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.

DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Work Authorization:

DHL Global Forwarding will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which visa sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role.

About DHL Global Forwarding (DGF):

DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services. Around 30,000 employees work to ensure the transport of all kinds of shipments by air or sea. DGF's logistics solutions span the entire supply chain, from the factory to the shop floor. They also include special transport-related services.

Our business model is very asset-light, as it is based on the brokerage of transport services between customers and freight carriers. We consolidate shipments to achieve higher volumes, purchase cargo space at better conditions, and optimize network utilization. Our global presence means we can offer a variety of routing options and meet our customers' increasing demand for multimodal shipments.

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