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Warehouse Manager

New Orleans, LA 70123

Posted: 03/30/2026 Employment Type: Direct Hire Job Function: Light Industrial - Skilled Trades Job Number: 24920 Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000 Remote / Hybrid Jobs: On-Site

Job Description

A well-established distribution center is seeking a Warehouse Manager to lead warehouse operations and distribution activities. The ideal candidate is a results-driven leader with experience in warehouse management and inventory control. Working collaboratively, the new leader will drive efficiency by overseeing workflows and team performance while ensuring inventory accuracy, team productivity, and adherence to safety standards.

Salary + Additional Benefits:
  • $70,000-$80,000
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Holiday
  • PTO

Location: New Orleans LA 70123
Type of Position: Direct Hire

Responsibilities:
  • High-Volume Fulfillment: Oversee the end-to-end workflow for 8k+ weekly units, ensuring all daily shipping windows are met for parcel carriers.
  • Workflow Optimization: Continuously evaluate and improve "pick-pack-ship" processes to reduce cycle times and labor costs.
  • Inventory Control: Maintain 99%+ inventory accuracy through daily cycle counts, bin-location optimization (slotting), and meticulous receiving protocols.
  • Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and mentor a team of warehouse associates. Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and high performance.
  • Systems Management: Expertly utilize our WMS/ERP to track real-time productivity, manage backorders, and generate operational KPIs.
  • Facility & Safety: Maintain a clean, organized, and secure facility.

Requirements:
  • Experience: 7-10 years of warehouse leadership experience, specifically in a wholesale or distribution environment moving high SKU volumes.
  • Logistics Expertise: Understanding of freight (LTL), small parcel (UPS/FedEx), and international shipping documentation.
  • Tech-Fluent: Proven experience with WMS, ERP (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Fishbowl), and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, data analysis).
  • Leadership Style: A "firm but fair" leader who can manage diverse personalities and stay calm under the pressure of shipping deadlines.
  • Physical Ability: Able to work on their feet in a warehouse environment and lift up to 25 lbs. as needed

Due to the high volume of applications we typically receive, we regret that we are not able to personally respond to all applications. However, if you are invited to take the next step in the process, you will typically be contacted within one week of submitting your application.

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Ana Moreno
Recruiter - Murray Light Industrial

    Specializing in matching talent with exciting opportunities in light industrial and skilled trades.

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