Job Description
Job Description
Salary : $29-32
Warehouse Manager
As a fast-moving and high-performing solar energy company, Better Earth relies on the efficiency and effectiveness of our warehouses. The Warehouse Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing the inventory, tools, safety equipment, and job pulling practices within the warehouse. They are a leader within the operations team and they help to set the culture and performance expectations of the warehouse. Better Earths inventoried equipment and vehicles are our #1 cost drivers. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, does well in a fast-paced environment, is a self-starter, likes organization and is capable of the physical aspects of the job. Basic computer literacy is a must and forklift skills are a plus!
Responsibilities :
- Be an operational and cultural leader in the warehouse and exemplify our Core Values :
Communication
EmpathyExtreme OwnershipBeliefUtilize our CRM / Project Management System to oversee the job pulling process and ensure equipment accuracy for every project.Look forward into Better Earths scheduled project pipeline to ensure that all necessary materials are on hand and staged no later than the day before a project is scheduled for installation.Review project plans and site surveys at least 3-days prior to a projects scheduled installation date to ensure all material requirements are met; for more complicated projects expectation is extended to at least 5-days prior to installation.Assist with and ensure that installation crews (especially crew leads) double check, sign-off on and load up all necessary and accurate equipment for the day.Oversee and enforce Better Earths truck stocking; truck cleaning; and BoS Material stocking programs with the install crew leads, service techs, and inspection techs.Utilize our Inventory Management System (IMS) to ensure we always have the equipment we need in the warehouse and on our shelves to complete every project efficiently.Work with our Procurement Team and our vendors to ensure that orders are placed in a timely fashion to again ensure that equipment arrives on time and we always have what we need to complete every project.Receive orders from our vendors and restock inventory in a timely and organized manner.Work with our Service Technicians to ensure they have the equipment they need to complete their projects as well.Assist the Fleet Manager and the Operations Manager to ensure Better Earths fleet is under control and properly maintained.Manages all tools, safety equipment, gear, SWAG, etc. in the warehouse in an organized, cleanly and efficient manner.Provide leadership & managerial support to the Warehouse Specialist (as needed); Ensure that position is set-up for success for job pulling, keeping an organized warehouse, and supporting install crews as they return to the warehouse.Requirements and Qualifications :
High school diploma or GED is preferred2+ years of Warehouse experience is a plus and 1 of those years in a lead position is a huge plusBasic forklift skills are a plusStrong verbal and written communication skills are a plusBasic computer literacy is a mustMust be able to lift 50 lbs or more and do other physically demanding workMust be detail oriented in a fast paced environmentMust like organization and cleanlinessMust work well with othersKnowledge of electrical equipment is a plus, knowledge of solar equipment is a huge plusWarehouse Manager Key Performance Indicators
Inventory Value and Variance to Min / Max quantities on designated categoriesBig BoS; Small BoS and Wire; Safety; Consumables; Racking
Appropriate inventory levels will be set based on install volume and then variances will be measured to those levels. Deviations should not exceed 5%.Cycle Count Completion Each Week100% Completion Rate
99% Count AccuracyWill-Call and Home Depot Run SpendTarget
TargetNumber of Home Depot Runs per Month (# of receipts)Order Receiving AccuracyMetric TBD
Job pulling accuracy and sign off of materialsAll crews must sign and return pull sheet
LPV feedback on misses and root causeMaterial COGSPricing benchmark and variance to benchmark will be measured and shared
Tool and Safety Check-out Program Management100% compliance to tool and safety check-out program
Tools recovered at termination of an employeeAttendance at all weekly 1-on-1 meetings with Procurement TeamAdditional Details
Expected hours worked are 40 to 50 hours per week. 6 am to 3 pm w / 1 hour lunch.Any overtime must be approved by Direct ManagerHourly - Nonexempt