Warehouse and Material Manager

About Company:

Since 1919, we at Forbo Movement Systems have been the specialists for high-quality conveyor and processing belts, versatile plastic modular belts, homogeneous conveyor belts, efficient power transmission belts and precise timing and flat belts. Our innovative solutions for production, material flow and logistics contribute significantly to the competitiveness of our customers. In addition to our focus on quality and innovation, we consistently focus on sustainability. Through continuous improvements, we also support the sustainability efforts of our customers.

About the Role:

The Warehouse and Material Manager plays a critical role in overseeing the efficient operation of warehouse and material handling activities within the organization. This position is responsible for managing inventory control, ensuring timely shipping and receiving processes, and maintaining accurate records through SAP systems. The manager leads departmental teams to optimize workflow, reduce costs, and improve overall supply chain performance. They collaborate closely with procurement, production, and logistics teams to align material availability with operational demands. Ultimately, this role ensures that materials and products are handled safely, stored properly, and delivered on schedule to support business objectives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proven experience in warehouse management or material handling within a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems for inventory and order management.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing a team.
• Knowledge of shipping and receiving processes and inventory control best practices.
• Ability to analyze data and generate reports to support operational decision-making.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Certification in warehouse management or logistics (e.g., APICS, CSCMP).
• Experience with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies to improve warehouse processes.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and safety compliance standards.
• Previous experience managing budgets and vendor relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily warehouse operations including shipping, receiving, and inventory control to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Lead and develop the warehouse team, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Utilize SAP software to track inventory levels, process orders, and generate reports for management review.
• Coordinate with procurement and production departments to forecast material needs and prevent stockouts or overstock situations.
• Implement and enforce warehouse policies and procedures to comply with safety regulations and company standards.

Skills:

The required skills such as SAP proficiency enable the Warehouse and Material Manager to accurately track and manage inventory, ensuring real-time visibility of stock levels and order statuses. Departmental leadership skills are essential for motivating and guiding the warehouse team to meet performance goals and maintain a safe working environment. Expertise in shipping and receiving processes ensures that materials are handled efficiently, minimizing delays and errors in the supply chain. Inventory control skills are applied daily to monitor stock accuracy, conduct cycle counts, and implement corrective actions when discrepancies arise. Preferred skills like knowledge of Lean methodologies and safety regulations further enhance the manager’s ability to optimize operations and maintain compliance, contributing to overall organizational success.