Sr. Warehouse Operations Manager - 2nd Shift
Schnellecke Logistics, Vance, AL, United States
Description
Job Title: Sr. Operations Manager
Job Hours (Shift): 2nd Shift
Location:
Vance, AL
Position Summary
The Sr. Warehouse Operations Manager is responsible for directing and optimizing all operational activities within the assigned business unit in alignment with Schnellecke Logistics’ quality management system and client requirements. This role ensures the operation consistently meets strategic objectives, service-level agreements, and performance targets while maintaining full compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.
This position provides senior-level leadership across warehouse operations, overseeing supervisors and operational teams while managing resources, budgets, and performance metrics. The Sr. Warehouse Operations Manager plays a critical role in driving operational excellence, implementing continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring alignment between production requirements and logistics execution.
What you’ll do
Execute company values, mission, strategy, policies, and operational standards to support business objectives
Direct all operational processes within the business unit to achieve service level agreements and customer expectations
Apply Core Business Technologies and standardized procedures to ensure best practices across operations
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and operational stability
Ensure all warehouse personnel comply with standard operating procedures, safety policies, and workload demands
Manage human, material, and automated resources to support production plans and operational requirements
Validate operational action plans to ensure defined quality targets and performance standards are achieved
Develop, administer, and monitor Early Warning Indicators and key performance indicators to drive performance
Lead budget management activities, including expenditure authorization and support of financial planning processes
Drive operational excellence through tactical initiatives aligned with strategic performance indicators
Maintain and promote 5S standards and overall workplace organization within operational areas
Communicate operational performance, risks, and updates to leadership and client stakeholders
Foster a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to all safety policies and regulatory requirements
Perform additional duties as assigned by senior leadership
Requirements
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience
Minimum of 7 years of logistics or warehouse operations experience, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role
Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, service level agreements, and KPI management
Experience managing budgets, labor planning, and operational resources
Demonstrated ability to lead large teams, drive accountability, and implement continuous improvement initiatives
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and warehouse management systems
Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume logistics environments
Must be able to pass a criminal background check
Must be able to pass a drug screening
Work Environment
Work is performed in both warehouse and office environments
Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, equipment, and operational activity
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Job Title: Sr. Operations Manager
Job Hours (Shift): 2nd Shift
Location:
Vance, AL
Position Summary
The Sr. Warehouse Operations Manager is responsible for directing and optimizing all operational activities within the assigned business unit in alignment with Schnellecke Logistics’ quality management system and client requirements. This role ensures the operation consistently meets strategic objectives, service-level agreements, and performance targets while maintaining full compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.
This position provides senior-level leadership across warehouse operations, overseeing supervisors and operational teams while managing resources, budgets, and performance metrics. The Sr. Warehouse Operations Manager plays a critical role in driving operational excellence, implementing continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring alignment between production requirements and logistics execution.
What you’ll do
Execute company values, mission, strategy, policies, and operational standards to support business objectives
Direct all operational processes within the business unit to achieve service level agreements and customer expectations
Apply Core Business Technologies and standardized procedures to ensure best practices across operations
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and operational stability
Ensure all warehouse personnel comply with standard operating procedures, safety policies, and workload demands
Manage human, material, and automated resources to support production plans and operational requirements
Validate operational action plans to ensure defined quality targets and performance standards are achieved
Develop, administer, and monitor Early Warning Indicators and key performance indicators to drive performance
Lead budget management activities, including expenditure authorization and support of financial planning processes
Drive operational excellence through tactical initiatives aligned with strategic performance indicators
Maintain and promote 5S standards and overall workplace organization within operational areas
Communicate operational performance, risks, and updates to leadership and client stakeholders
Foster a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to all safety policies and regulatory requirements
Perform additional duties as assigned by senior leadership
Requirements
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience
Minimum of 7 years of logistics or warehouse operations experience, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role
Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, service level agreements, and KPI management
Experience managing budgets, labor planning, and operational resources
Demonstrated ability to lead large teams, drive accountability, and implement continuous improvement initiatives
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and warehouse management systems
Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume logistics environments
Must be able to pass a criminal background check
Must be able to pass a drug screening
Work Environment
Work is performed in both warehouse and office environments
Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, equipment, and operational activity
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