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Warehouse Manager - Kalamazoo Area

the pivot group

Kalamazoo, MI

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$73,000–$112,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Business Administration, Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), Channel Strategies, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Cost Control, Distribution Management, Distribution Services, Distribution Warehousing, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Inventory Management, Lean Manufacturing, Logistics, Logistics Management, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Materials Management, Mentoring, Multilingual, OSHA, Operations, Operations Management, Order/Customer Fulfillment, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Reviews, Process Improvement, Production Schedule, Quality Metrics, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Compliance, Sales, Shipping/Receiving, Six Sigma, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Operations, Time Management, Warehousing
LOCATION
Kalamazoo, MI
POSTED
3 days ago
Job Description:

Warehouse Manager | Kalamazoo, MI

Salary Range: $73,000 - $112,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in warehouse manager? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Kalamazoo seeking experienced Warehouse Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan andthe broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Kalamazoo seeking Warehouse Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, order fulfillment, and shipping.
  • Develop and implement inventory control strategies to minimize discrepancies and optimize stock levels.
  • Manage and mentor warehouse staff, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and scheduling.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, company policies, and quality standards within the warehouse.
  • Collaborate with production, logistics, and sales teams to optimize material flow and meet production schedules.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall warehouse performance.
  • Maintain accurate records of inventory, shipments, and warehouse activities using relevant software systems.

Recommended Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in warehouse operations, with at least 2 years in a management role within a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven expertise in Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Kaizen).
  • Demonstrated experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.
  • Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and safety compliance in a warehouse setting.

Bonus Qualifications

  • Experience with lean manufacturing principles (e.g., 5S, Kaizen).
  • Familiarity with Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Proficiency in using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) beyond basic functionality.
  • Certification in supply chain management (e.g., CSCP, CPIM).
  • Bilingual proficiency, especially in Spanish.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Warehouse Manager,Distribution Center Manager,Logistics Manager,Inventory Manager,Operations Manager (Warehouse),Warehouse Operations Manager,Supply Chain Manager (Warehouse),Materials Manager

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:
• Resume
• Safety Regulations
• 5S
• Offers
• Kaizen
• Osha
• Inventory
• Supply Chain
• Support
• BASIC
• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma
• Operations
• Logistics
• ERP
• Compliance
• Salary
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• Inventory Control
• Recruiting
• Spanish
• Compensation
• Supply
• Supply Chain Management
• Shipping
• Storage
• Continuous Improvement
• Manufacturing
• Regulations
• Records
• Administration
• Scheduling
• Preparation
• Software
• Planning
• Business
• Training
• Sales
• Management

Salary Package:
$ 73,000.00 - 112,000.00 (US Dollar)

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