Careers in Agricultural Business and Management

Warehouse Manager

Job Description

Warehouse managers are responsible for supervising every task that goes on in a warehouse. This includes the receiving, handling, storing, and distributing of goods and materials. Warehouse managers are in charge of supervising, training, and updating employees on company regulations and performance. Warehouse managers meet with shipping carriers and sales representatives to place orders and maintain inventory objectives. They are responsible for supplying safe and usable materials and equipment to employees, as well as providing safe workplace instructions.

Skills

• Warehouse managers must know federal and state shipping regulations, safety policies, and standard inventory procedures
• They must be able to use data entry programs, such as Microsoft Excel, to record and analyze information about the warehouse's inventory
• Warehouse managers should have strong management abilities, which they use to hire, train, and direct employees
• They are also responsible for compiling detailed financial reports, so a knowledge of budgets and basic finance is preferred
• Warehouse managers should be able to design and change warehouse layouts in order to improve efficiency and inventory accuracy

Preparation

Though many warehouse companies only require several years of warehouse experience, some employers require or prefer at least an associate's degree in business operations, management or related fields. To increase salary and opportunity for advancement, many employers suggest that workers earn a bachelor's degree in business or logistics. Oftentimes, warehouse managers must receive specialty certifications specific to their employer or industry.

Source: Education Portal