Senior Warehouse Manager Job Listing at Kelly Services in Franklin, MA (Job ID 10102664)

Description

Senior Warehouse Manager
Location: Franklin, MA
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (must be flexible to work alternate days or times to learn and oversee second shift)
Salary: $125,000–$145,000 annually
Bonus: Annual holiday bonus

About the Company

We are a leading regional distributor and service provider specializing in large-scale appliance logistics, warehousing, and distribution throughout New England. Our operations support retail partners, builders, and service teams through efficient inventory management, dependable delivery, and customer-focused solutions. We are committed to operational excellence, safety, and developing strong leaders within our organization.

Position Overview

The Senior Warehouse Manager is responsible for overseeing all warehouse and distribution operations to ensure efficient, accurate, and safe processes. This role leads multiple warehouse shifts, manages large teams, drives continuous improvement, and partners closely with executive leadership. The position reports directly to the COO and plays a critical role in operational strategy and execution.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee all warehouse operations including receiving, storage, order fulfillment, and shipping

• Manage and develop large teams (60+ employees across shifts; 10–12 supervisors)

• Ensure inventory accuracy through effective warehouse management systems and processes

• Optimize workflows using lean tools and continuous improvement strategies

• Schedule, assign, and oversee staff to meet operational requirements

• Recruit, interview, train, mentor, and evaluate warehouse team members

• Conduct performance reviews and provide constructive feedback when needed

• Address employee relations matters, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions

• Drive a strong culture of safety, compliance, and accountability

• Conduct facility and equipment inspections to ensure safety and functionality

• Prepare and analyze daily, weekly, and monthly operational and KPI reports

• Coordinate with logistics, customer service, and other departments to ensure seamless operations

• Manage building security and shift opening processes

• Support major initiatives such as warehouse expansions and software launches

• Act as a change agent to standardize best practices across warehouse locations

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Business preferred

• High school diploma or GED required

• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing a warehouse or distribution center

• Senior-level experience managing multiple shifts required

• Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) required

Skills & Competencies

• Proven leadership experience with large warehouse teams

• Strong professional demeanor and ability to motivate and develop teams

• Excellent communication skills with employees, drivers, and partners

• Strong Microsoft Office and computer skills (Teams, Outlook, Excel)

• Ability to multitask, manage time effectively, and make sound decisions in fast-paced environments

• Experience with safety compliance and regulatory standards

• Ability to operate various types of power equipment as needed

Why Join Us

This is a high-impact leadership role with competitive compensation, strong executive visibility, and the opportunity to lead and shape warehouse operations across a growing organization.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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