Parts Warehouse Manager

Yanmar

Yanmar

Adairsville, GA, USA

Posted on Apr 28, 2026
Position: Parts Warehouse Manager
Location: Adairsville, GA
Job Id: 889
# of Openings: 1

About the Role

We are looking for a Parts Warehouse Manager to lead daily operations and drive performance within our warehouse and distribution environment. This role is responsible for ensuring efficient workflow, strong inventory control, and a high-performing team—all while maintaining a focus on safety, quality, and cost effectiveness.

This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building teams, improving processes, and delivering results.


What You’ll Do

Operations & Performance

  • Oversee daily warehouse operations including receiving, shipping, and inventory management
  • Plan workflow, staffing, and space utilization to maximize productivity and efficiency
  • Ensure KPIs are met across all areas of warehouse performance
  • Monitor and improve processes to drive continuous improvement

Inventory & Quality Control

  • Maintain accurate inventory levels through cycle counts and reconciliation
  • Investigate and resolve discrepancies within systems
  • Ensure quality and customer service standards are consistently met

Leadership & Team Development

  • Lead, coach, and develop warehouse team members
  • Build a strong, motivated, and accountable team culture
  • Manage staffing levels and adjust resources based on workload
  • Oversee hiring, training, performance management, and development

Financial & Strategic Oversight

  • Monitor departmental costs and identify opportunities for cost savings
  • Support budgeting and cost control initiatives
  • Develop and track annual departmental goals and KPIs

Safety & Compliance

  • Promote a strong safety-first culture across all warehouse operations
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and regulatory standards
  • Partner with internal teams (Facilities, Legal, Compliance) as needed

What We’re Looking For

Experience

  • 6–8 years of experience in a warehouse or distribution environment
  • At least 3 years in a leadership or management role

Technical & Operational Knowledge

  • Strong understanding of warehouse operations (receiving, shipping, inventory control)
  • Experience with WMS systems (AS400 or similar preferred)
  • Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement experience is a plus

Skills

  • Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building abilities
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to make decisions quickly and effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong organizational and project management skills

Tools

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Additional Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred
  • Ability to travel up to 5% domestically
  • Comfortable working in a warehouse/plant environment

Key Competencies

  • Decision Making & Judgment
  • Team Leadership & Development
  • Communication
  • Innovation & Continuous Improvement
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

Why Join Us?

This role is a great opportunity to lead a critical operation within the business. You’ll have the ability to shape processes, develop your team, and make a direct impact on efficiency, cost, and customer satisfaction.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description also does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of job change.

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