Senior Warehouse Manager

Job Details Job Location
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State Street Poultry and Provisions - Baltimore, MD Position Type
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Full Time Salary Range
: $90,000 - $105,000 Salary/year Job Category
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Warehouse Description

State Street Poultry & Provisions, a division of Holly Poultry, has been supplying poultry to the Baltimore area for over 60 years. We serve a diverse customer base, including small urban grocery stores and national restaurant chains, across the Mid‑Atlantic and Northeast regions.

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We are currently hiring a Senior Warehouse Manager

The Senior Warehouse Manager is responsible for overseeing and improving all aspects of warehouse operations, including inventory control, order fulfillment, shipping/receiving, food safety compliance, labor management, and continuous process improvement. This leader ensures that the warehouse operates at optimal efficiency while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy, cleanliness, and safety in a fast‑paced food distribution environment.

• Provide daily leadership and strategic direction to warehouse manager, supervisors, leads, and hourly employees.
• Monitor and manage all warehouse functions including inbound receiving, outbound shipping, order picking, and inventory rotation.
• Ensure strict compliance with food safety regulations, USDA guidelines, HACCP programs, and company policies.
• Implement and maintain best practices in cold storage and perishable goods handling.
• Oversee labor scheduling to ensure proper staffing levels, minimize overtime, and support productivity goals.
• Partner with HR on hiring, training, coaching, disciplinary action, and employee development.
• Ensure warehouse is clean, organized, and audit‑ready at all times.
• Collaborate with sales, purchasing, and production departments to ensure timely order fulfillment and accurate inventory levels.
• Track key KPIs (e.g., order accuracy, shrink, fill rate, downtime, pick efficiency) and provide regular performance reports.
• Lead warehouse improvement initiatives, including equipment upgrades, layout optimization, and system enhancements.
• Manage and maintain warehouse equipment, ensuring preventative maintenance and timely repairs.
• Enforce and promote a strong safety culture through training and accountability.
• Provide backup coverage and hands‑on support as needed across warehouse functions.

• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in warehouse or distribution center management, preferably in food manufacturing or cold chain logistics.
• Strong understanding of food safety standards (HACCP, USDA, GMP).
• Experience with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) and basic Excel reporting. Canopy experience is a plus!
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate warehouse teams.
• Ability to work in a cold environment and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a strong plus.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Candidate must successfully pass post‑offer/pre‑employment drug and background screen.

Holly Poultry, Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status