Warehouse Manager

Title: Warehouse Manager

Agency: Virginia Peninsula Community College

Location: Hampton - 650

FLSA: Exempt

Hiring Range: $64,000 - $69,000

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Additional Detail

Job Description:

Virginia Peninsula Community College is a two-year institution of higher education established as a part of a statewide system of community colleges. It primarily serves the residents of the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg, and the counties of James City and York.

The purpose of the Facilities Services Department is to maintain and extend the useful life of existing facilities and infrastructures, as well as to plan and provide stewardship for new facilities and infrastructure in a manner that forwards the college’s mission. The department is also charged with providing numerous support services to the college community. Supports the VCCS mission, goals, and objectives.

The Warehouse Manager leads and supervises the college receiving, mailroom, and warehouse operations by receiving, surplus, delivering, storing, shipping, and inventorying supplies and equipment in accordance with established policies and procedures.

*This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority. All employees are responsible employees and mandatory reporters.

• Contemporary warehouse methods, practices, terminology, standards, and techniques for a wide variety of materials, supplies, tools, and equipment.
• Strong knowledge of supply principles.
• Common clerical procedures, including filing, typing and record keeping.
• Skilled in safe operation of forklift and other warehouse equipment.
• OSHA standards, Hazardous material handling, and workplace safety.
• Warehouse operations such as receiving, storing, shipping, and distribution processes.
• Procurement, transportation, and vendor coordination.
• Strong understanding of effective leadership methods and performance management.
• Strong understanding of effective asset and inventory management

• Excellent customer service skills
• Proficient with computer operations and programs, such as Excel and Word

• Determine appropriate stock levels, lead times and reorder points based on usage and expiration dates.
• Interpret and comply with applicable local, state federal policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Effectively communicate written and oral
• Effectively work with, manage, lead, and supervise a diverse team.
• Manage multiple tasks and prioritize as applicable.
• Track inventory, performance metrics, and identity trends.
• Address operational issues quickly and effectively.

• Must possess a valid Virginia State Driver’s License or obtain one within 30 days of hire.
• Experience in a supervisory/managerial capacity
• Relevant work-related experience in warehouse, receiving, or logistics operations.
• Proficient with Warehouse Management Systems and/or ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)
• Ability to work at all campuses.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with and lead a diverse team.