Warehouse Operations Manager in Fremont, Ohio at The Fremont Company

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Warehouse Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day warehouse activities at our Fremont, Ohio facility, including management of an offsite storage location. This is a hands-on role responsible for inbound and outbound logistics, inventory control, carrier coordination, and administrative documentation including bills of lading, invoices, and inventory transfers. The ideal candidate is organized, self-directed, and comfortable working in both a supervisory and working capacity in a small team environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Shipping & Receiving

• Oversee all inbound and outbound shipment activity, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

• Inspect incoming freight for damage, shortages, or discrepancies and document accordingly

• Coordinate outbound shipments to meet customer delivery requirements

Carrier & Freight Scheduling

• Schedule and communicate with LTL, FTL, and dedicated carriers for daily pickup and delivery

• Build and maintain carrier relationships; resolve service issues as they arise

• Optimize freight scheduling to minimize cost and maximize efficiency

Inventory Management

• Maintain accurate inventory records for both the primary facility and offsite warehouse location

• Perform and coordinate cycle counts and reconciliations

• Manage product transfers between locations with proper documentation and system updates

• Identify and address discrepancies, overages, and shortages proactively

Documentation & Administration

• Prepare and process Bills of Lading (BOLs) for all outbound shipments

• Generate and manage invoices and purchase-related documentation

• Create and maintain inventory transfer records and supporting paperwork

• Ensure all documentation is accurate, complete, and properly filed

Team Supervision

• Directly supervise 2 warehouse team members; assign tasks, set priorities, and provide day-to-day direction

• Support onboarding, training, and performance feedback for direct reports

• Foster a safe, organized, and accountable work environment

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• 3+ years of warehouse operations experience, including at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role

• Demonstrated experience creating BOLs, processing invoices, and managing inventory documentation

• Proficiency with scheduling LTL/FTL freight carriers

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Comfortable with warehouse management software and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred:

• Experience managing an offsite or multi-location inventory operation

• Familiarity with ERP or WMS systems

• Forklift certification or experience operating material handling equipment

• Background in food manufacturing, distribution, or production environments