Area Manager

Stord

. Lead and develop a team of warehouse associates and operations leads to deliver daily goals .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeHebron • Kentucky • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in managing warehouse operations and teams, with a focus on process improvements and efficiency. Proficient in utilizing warehouse management systems and ensuring quality standards in a high-volume distribution environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)Leadership ExperienceProcess Improvements (Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen)Microsoft Office Suite ProficiencyStrong Organizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)Data Entry SkillsBasic Mathematical CalculationsProcess ImprovementsWorkload PlanningMaterial Handling Equipment OperationQuality Standards ComplianceInventory Systems ManagementForklift OperationAttention to Detail

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTime Management SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyAbility to Work Under Pressure

Tools & Technologies

Workload Planning ToolsMicrosoft Office SuiteMaterial Handling Equipment

Industry Keywords

High-Volume FacilityDistribution Center EnvironmentOperations ManagementSupply ChainLogistics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and develop a team of warehouse associates and operations leads to deliver daily goals
Work with HR, Safety, Customer Service, and other Operations Leaders to drive results
Address operational and personnel issues affecting the functional area
Implement process improvements and workload-efficiency mechanisms
Use workload-planning tools and other resources to complete scheduled workload and fulfill orders to standards
Investigate discrepancies and variances
Perform to quality standards across multiple functions
Perform additional assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of two to four years’ experience working with warehouse management systems (WMS) / inventory systems in a high-volume facility
Previous leadership experience
Bachelor’s Degree or relevant experience
Basic clerical and data entry skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to transport up to 20 lbs
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
Attention to important details with accuracy and efficiency
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
Ability to build solid, effective working relationships
Ability to work under stress and pressure with high workloads and deadlines
Ability to effectively use relevant material handling equipment, including forklifts
Ability to work in a distribution center environment with varying heights, temperatures, and moderate, consistent noise levels
Occasional non-standard work hours or overtime as business requires
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (bonus)
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain/Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field (bonus)
Experience with process improvements, including Lean Six Sigma and/or Kaizen (bonus)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Overtime opportunities as business requires, including evenings and weekends