Warehouse Operations Mgr

Job Description:

Warehouse Operations Mgr

Description

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for the daily operation and inventory of the warehouse, oversees and assists with utility material procurement (electric, water/wastewater & broadband) and electric operations tool purchases & repairs.

This is an exempt position with an annual salary range of $85,962.03 - $124,645.04 and a hiring range of $85,962.03 - $105,303.54, depending on qualifications and experience. This opportunity will be available to applicants until Thursday August 14, 2025, at 12:00 P.M. M.S.T.

A current resume is required, and a cover letter is preferred.

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Essential Functions:

• Supervise the daily operation of the warehouse staff including hiring, training, assigning work and evaluating performance.
• Prepare and administer the annual budget for Warehouse Division, overseeing approximately 1,300 stock inventory items, $6 million of assets and $1.3 million of annual stock material issues.
• Supervise and assist with the utility materials procurement processes.
• Forecast usage of overhead and underground transformers through analyzing historical data and consulting with Power Division staff.
• Oversee the purchase of transformers, including generating purchase requisitions.
• Monitor purchases to ensure compliance with approved budget.
• Understand and adhere to governmental purchasing guidelines.
• Maintain a database of transformer and switchgear inventories and track installations, retirements, repairs and PCB information.
• Assist in preparing the annual budget for specialized tools and equipment.
• Specify, purchase, house, issue, test, repair and/or coordinate testing and repair of tools and equipment used by Power, Water/Wastewater, Broadband and Warehouse crews.
• Determine the best method of procurement for non-stock items, equipment and purchased services, including developing a scope of work and soliciting competitive pricing from vendors.
• Maintain monthly documentation regarding the transformer storage area to ensure compliance with EPA requirements, noting measurable precipitation levels and the overall condition of the area.
• Oversee transformer oil spill cleanup process following guidelines set forth in the SPCC Plan. Oversee the handling of hazardous materials.
• Approve purchase requisitions for the Warehouse Division. Approve and provide proper account number for invoices and Purchasing Card transactions for non-stock item purchases. Manage the year-end comprehensive inventory count, including final reporting.
• Manage the year-end comprehensive inventory count, including final reporting.
• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors for utility materials.
• Coordinate demonstrations of prospective tool and equipment purchases with vendors.
• Assist with purchasing inventory items with established contracts in place.
• Respond to and resolve inventory count problems regarding stock items and transformers.
• Set up proper Commodity Numbers for new inventory stock items.
• Oversee the sale and disposal of the City’s obsolete surplus, including transformers, conductor and various items from all departments. Oversee the bidding process for disposal of applicable materials.
• Enforce a safe work environment and conduct safety inspections in and around the warehouse.
• Work with Risk Management and City Attorney’s Office to complete periodic Warehouse Environmental Audit.
• Make recommendations and implement changes in warehouse and inventory automation systems and procedures.
• Participate in facility space and site planning and manage the efficient utilization of available storage space.
• Update the Warehouse Safety Manual.
• Prepare reports and studies of warehouse operations and costs.

Other Job Functions:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Level and Management Expectations:

• Provides direct supervision to professional, technical, and skilled employees to assure accountability to department and organizational goals and objectives.
• Focus on day-to-day operations and ensuring tasks are completed efficiently.
• Interprets policies and exercises independent judgment and decision making within department.
• Makes personnel decisions related to hiring, performance, or disciplinary actions.
• Champions and embodies the company's mission, vision, values, and culture.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Required: High School or GED

Experience:

• Required: 5 years' experience in warehouse operations, inventory work, and storekeeping
• Required: 2 years of supervisory experience or demonstrated skills/training in supervision.

Certifications:

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Forklift certification required within six (6) months of hire.
• Certified Public Purchasing Buyer (CPPB) or Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of electric utility tools, rubber protective equipment, line construction materials, transformers, switchgears, meters, electric distribution practices, specifications, construction and equipment desired.
• Must be able to follow strict, specified guidelines regarding purchasing for a municipal government.
• Must possess the ability to prepare detailed reports and studies of warehouse operations and costs.
• Good communication and writing skills.
• Familiarity with the operation of a utility warehouse desired.
• Knowledge of personal computers and software including MS Word, Excel, Access and Outlook.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Frequent: Light to moderate physical effort that includes frequent standing or walking or maintaining arms and hands in the same position for repetitive tasks. Frequently works with light objects and light hand tools.

Working Environment:

• Occasional: Exposure to hazards typically found in general office environments where there is rarely to no exposure to injury or accident.
• Occasional: Exposure to hazardous conditions that may lead to workplace injury such as working in heights, exposure to fly ash and/or energized electrical equipment.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

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Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:

• Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
• A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
• Discounted Chilson Center passes
• Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave
• Flexible spending including Dependent Care
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
• A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary 529 College Invest program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Personal and Professional Development opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Market based pay & regular performance reviews
• Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program
  
  

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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