Warehousing Lead

The NCS portfolio includes Pocho Fino Tequila, Nue Vodka, Blue Chair Bay Rum, Bear Fight Whiskey, Numbskull – a cool mint and chocolate-flavored whiskey, Creek Water American Whiskey, Caddy Clubhouse Cocktails, Calamity Gin, and Henderson Whiskey. Who we are: Next Century Spirits (NCS), headquartered in Zebulon, North Carolina, is a full-service distilled spirits and marketing company specializing in the development of spirits for its owned brands, private label clients, and bulk supply.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Warehousing Lead
 
Who we are: Next Century Spirits (NCS), headquartered in Zebulon, North Carolina, is a full-service distilled spirits and marketing company specializing in the development of spirits for its owned brands, private label clients, and bulk supply. The NCS portfolio includes Pocho Fino Tequila, Nue Vodka, Blue Chair Bay Rum, Bear Fight Whiskey, Numbskull – a cool mint and chocolate-flavored whiskey, Creek Water American Whiskey, Caddy Clubhouse Cocktails, Calamity Gin, and Henderson Whiskey. NCS-owned brands have earned over 35 gold medals in industry competitions, and in 2023, the company was named North Carolina Distillery of the Year by the New York International Spirits Competition.
 
Primary Duty: We are seeking a Warehouse/Inventory Lead to join our logistics team at Next Century Spirits. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the inventory and shipping operations, ensuring accurate, efficient and timely dispatch of products in full compliance with safety and quality standards. You will be instrumental in optimizing shipping processes and leading a team of warehouse associates to achieve operational excellence.
 
Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shipping and receiving activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and safety regulations
• Lead, train, and mentor a team of warehouse associates, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
• Coordinate with management to ensure accuracy in shipments/receipts and resolve discrepancies
• Develop and implement shipping and receiving procedures to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
• Monitor shipping/receiving metrics and prepare reports for management
• Oversee Inventory levels, including error logging, tracking and correction, as well as performing cycle counts, verification & problem reporting
• Lead warehouse optimization initiative

Competencies

• 2+ years of experience in shipping and logistics, with at least 1 year in a leadership role
• Strong understanding of shipping regulations and compliance requirements
• Proven track record of managing teams in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency operating sit-down forklifts, stand-up forklifts, order pickers, and pallet jacks
• Ability to drive a 26’ box truck, clean driving record

Education - High School Diploma or GED
 
Preferred Experience

• NetSuite
• College Degree
• 5S, Lean Manufacturing
• Previous experience in beverage, bottling or food manufacturing

This Job Might Be for You If:

• You enjoy solving complex planning problems and bringing structure to ambiguous environments
• You are highly analytical and comfortable working in ERP systems and planning tools
• You understand how demand, supply, inventory, and production interact as one system
• You take ownership of outcomes, not just analysis, and actively close gaps between plan and execution
• You are comfortable working cross-functionally and influencing decisions without direct authority
• You are proactive in identifying risks and constraints before they impact the business
• You thrive in a fast-moving environment with changing priorities and acquisition-driven complexity
• You communicate clearly and can translate operational data into actionable insights for leadership
• You want to work in an industry that is a ton of fun . . . with people who are a ton of fun.