Warehouse Manager-Freight Forwarder

Job Description

An international logistics company in the Columbus, OH area is seeking a Warehouse Manager to join their team! They work mainly with the automotive parts manufacturers. The ideal candidate has experience in handling automotive/industrial parts in logistics companies. For this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the general warehouse operations, hiring/training other warehouse clerks, and also face to face customer service at the clients’ sites in the Indianapolis area. The ability to speak another language is a plus. This is a full-time, direct hire role.

Warehouse Manager Responsibilities:

Supervises and oversees the whole operations of the warehouse functions

Visit the customers’ sites (most of them are automotive parts manufactures) and help them with loading/unloading, packing, etc.

Trains and assists other warehouse leads and workers

Make sure that all the policies and rules are followed and understood

Create crates as needed using hand tools such as saws, nail guns, etc.

Perform face to face customer service to the clients, join onsite meetings

Communicates with the upper managements to coordinate the work schedules

Evaluates the performance of other employees, make suggestions on the training as needed

Maintains and secure good and safe work environment

Creates and reviews reports

Other duties as assigned

Warehouse Manager Requirements:

Associate’s degree is preferred

At least 3 years of working experience in a warehouse environment

Ability to speak another language (any) is a plus

Familiarity with warehouse functions (shipping / receiving)

Supervisory/management experience

Good customer service and communication skills

Computer skills (Microsoft Office including Word and Excel)

Valid driver’s license

Organizational and time management skills

While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. All offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check in compliance with applicable laws.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.

Company Description

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. All offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check in compliance with applicable laws.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.

Full-time