Warehouse Manager
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Management
Operations Manager, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade
Company
Johnson Brothers Liquor Company
LocationMilwaukee, WI
OtherOperations
Job DescriptionLooking for a rewarding career? Johnson Brothers is a leading family‑owned distributor of wine, spirits, and beer, delivering exceptional service since 1953. We proudly represent the world's top beverage brands and are committed to excellence, innovation, and growth. Johnson Brothers offers exciting opportunities in a variety of areas. Join our passionate team and help shape the future of the beverage industry!
This role is ideal for a proven operator, a strong people‑leader, and a change‑driver who thrives in a fast‑paced distribution environment and wants to influence large‑scale outcomes.
As Warehouse Manager II, you will have ownership of the full warehouse lifecycle from receiving, storage, inventory control, replenishment, order fulfillment, and outbound distribution. You'll lead, coach, and elevate a high‑performing team of supervisors, leads, clerks, and warehouse associates while shaping the culture, performance standards, and operational strategy for the facility.
This role directly contributes to our service levels, financial performance, and long‑term growth.
Key Responsibilities- Provide strategic leadership to both day and night warehouse operations to meet and exceed safety, accuracy, productivity, and service KPIs.
- Cultivate a high‑performance, accountable culture built on teamwork, coaching, and continuous improvement.
- Oversee all warehouse functions including receiving, put‑away, inventory control, replenishment, picking, loading, and shipping.
- Drive operational excellence through process optimization, standard work creation, and data‑driven decision‑making.
- Ensure full compliance with OSHA, DOT, alcohol‑industry regulations, and company policies.
- Monitor and improve KPIs, labor efficiency, shrink, and service reliability, using data and root‑cause analysis to eliminate waste and improve outcomes.
- Champion safety and facility upkeep, ensuring equipment, layout, and workflows support efficiency and associate well‑being.
- Recruit, develop, and mentor talent building bench strength and succession plans across supervisors, leads, and associates.
- Collaborate cross‑functionally with Sales, Delivery, Inventory, and HR to support business initiatives, enhance customer experience, and drive alignment.
- 5+ years of leadership experience in warehouse, distribution, logistics, or manufacturing environments (multi‑shift management preferred).
- Demonstrated success in developing leaders, building strong teams, and improving performance through coaching and accountability.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret KPIs, labor metrics, and operational data to drive improvements.
- Excellent communication, planning, and prioritization capabilities.
- Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS), scanning technology, and Microsoft Office.
- Deep understanding of OSHA, DOT, and safety compliance requirements.
- A proactive, hands‑on leadership style with the flexibility to support both day and night operations.
Pay: $90k annual compensation, DOE
Strong Benefits Package:
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, 401k/401k Match, Parental Leave, PTO, Paid Holidays, and short & long‑term disability.
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