Senior Warehouse Specialist

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions

. Manage and coordinate daily warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory management, material staging, and order fulfillment .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeKennesaw • Georgia • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory management, and order fulfillment. Proficient in coordinating domestic and international shipments while ensuring compliance with safety and hazardous materials regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Warehouse Operations ManagementInventory ManagementShipping Documentation ComplianceERP Systems ExperienceForklift Certification

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Hard Skills

ShippingReceivingInventory ControlOrder FulfillmentCustoms DocumentationMaterial Handling Equipment OperationProcess ImprovementCycle CountsPerformance TrackingHazardous Materials Shipping

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailEffective CommunicationTeam LeadershipProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsWarehouse Management SystemsCarrier Specific Shipping ApplicationsInventory Control Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaForklift CertificationHazardous Materials Shipping Certification

Industry Keywords

Warehouse OperationsShippingReceivingInventory ManagementOrder FulfillmentDomestic ShipmentsInternational ShipmentsLTL ShipmentsFreight ShipmentsSafety Regulations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and coordinate daily warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory management, material staging, and order fulfillment
Receive, inspect, process, record, label, and store inbound materials and shipments
Verify materials against purchase orders, packing slips, and shipping documentation
Identify, document, and report damaged goods, shortages, quality concerns, and shipment discrepancies
Coordinate dock scheduling and shipment prioritization
Review and manage sales orders for shipment readiness, accuracy, and on-time fulfillment
Pick, pack, and prepare products for shipment
Ensure packaging, labeling, carrier requirements, and shipping documentation standards are met
Coordinate parcel, LTL, freight, domestic, and international shipments
Prepare customs-related and hazardous materials shipping documentation
Monitor fulfillment timelines and address shipment delays and delivery issues
Maintain inventory storage, material flow, and accurate ERP transactions
Lead cycle counts, inventory audits, reconciliations, and corrective actions
Kit and stage materials for production and operational use
Coordinate warehouse workflows and operational priorities
Train, guide, and support warehouse associates, temporary personnel, and cross-functional team members
Identify and support warehouse efficiency, organization, process improvement, and standard operating procedure initiatives
Coordinate with procurement, production, and sales teams
Monitor warehouse supply levels and initiate replenishment requests
Serve as a point of contact for warehouse operational issues and escalations
Support operational reporting, performance tracking, and continuous improvement
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and hazardous materials regulations
Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment
Perform additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent required
5+ years of warehouse, distribution, shipping/receiving, or inventory control experience preferred
Experience supporting shipping, receiving, inventory management, and order fulfillment operations
Experience using ERP systems, carrier specific shipping applications, warehouse management, or inventory control systems
Experience coordinating domestic, international, parcel, LTL, and freight shipments
Experience working with customs documentation and international shipping requirements
Hazardous materials/dangerous goods shipping certification or ability to obtain certification
Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives and warehouse process optimization
Ability to manage competing operational priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication
Basic computer proficiency and ability to maintain accurate system records
Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification required
Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds regularly
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the warehouse for extended periods
Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

A competitive total rewards package aligned with market benchmarks and role scope
Access to tools, resources, and development opportunities to enhance technical expertise and career growth
A collaborative engineering environment focused on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement
Leadership support and clear expectations to enable success in delivering impactful mobile solutions
Opportunity to contribute to products used by customers around the world in security and access solutions
Regular feedback, training, and development opportunities
Diverse and inclusive teams
Career growth opportunities locally, regionally, or internationally