Warehouse Manager

Making A Difference Foundation

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Tacoma, Washington, US on site Until 9/6/2026 First posted July 8, 2026 Last posted July 8, 2026
Job description

We are looking for an effective Warehouse Manager (small warehouse for a food bank) to direct receiving, warehousing and distribution operations. You will oversee the efficient receipt, storage, value-adding servicing and dispatch of a wide variety of products. Ultimately, you should be able to ensure productivity targets are achieved and that all warehouse processes are running smoothly and promptly.


Responsibilities

  • Strategically manage warehouse in compliance with company’s policies and vision
  • Oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance operations
  • Setup layout and ensure efficient space utilization
  • Initiate, coordinate and enforce optimal operational policies and procedures
  • Adhere to all warehousing, handling and shipping legislation requirements
  • Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene and security
  • Manage stock control and reconcile with data storage system
  • Prepare annual budget
  • Liaise with clients, suppliers and transport companies
  • Plan work rotates, assign tasks appropriately and appraise results
  • Recruit, select, orient, coach and motivate employees
  • Produce reports and statistics regularly (IN/OUT status report, dead stock report etc)
  • Receive feedback and monitor the quality of services provided

Requirements

  • Proven work experience as a Warehouse Manager
  • Expertise in warehouse management procedures and best practices
  • Proven ability to implement process improvement initiatives
  • Strong knowledge of warehousing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • Hands on experience with warehouse management software and databases
  • Leadership skills and ability manage staff
  • Strong decision making and problem solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • BS degree in logistics, supply chain management or business administration preferred or equivalent experience

Benefits

Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable and able to pass a drug test. Previous experience is a plus. Please provide a cover letter outlining work experience.

Eloise Cooking Pot Food Bank is a program of making a Difference Foundation. MADF is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

  • FT Benefits (40 hours per week)
    • 80% employer paid medical, dental, sick, vacation, long and short term disability, life insurance, vision, dental available the first of the month after 60 days of employment
    • 13 paid holidays
    • 1 hour sick for every 40 hours worked
    • Vacation time after one year of employment beginning with 2 weeks per year accrual
About this role

Summary

Manage warehouse operations, oversee staff, ensure safety, improve processes, and meet KPIs.

Job title

Warehouse Manager

Experience level

proven work experience

Industry

food bank

Location requirements

On-site in Tacoma, WA, no remote work allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

warehouse management proceduressoftware and databasesleadershipdecision makingcommunication

Preferred skills

process improvementsupply chain managementBS degree

Specializations

warehouse managementlogisticssupply chainoperations
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Tacoma, WA, USA

On-site City