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Assistant Warehouse Manager (Ocean Transportation)

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 17 Feb 2026

About the role

Long-term employment with opportunities for growth!
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We offer excellent benefits including:

401(K) Retirement Saving Plan w/ Employer Match
Low-Cost Health, Dental & Vision insurance (Starting DAY ONE)
Tuition & Certification Reimbursement
Paid Time Off – (15 Days; prorated before 1st year)
Parental Leave
Paid holidays

POSITION SUMMARY: The Warehouse Assistant Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of warehouse functions, personnel, and facility safety and security. The role ensures the timely and accurate distribution of inbound and outbound freight, manages special projects, and maintains effective communication with other departments and branches. Responsibilities also include administrative and customer-facing tasks such as scheduling pick-ups and deliveries, coordinating inventory management, and handling customer relations. Beyond daily operations, this position plays a key role in driving process improvements and optimizing the use of warehouse management systems (WMS). To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. GEOGRAPHIC REGION:Please note applications out of the geographic region for position applied will not be considered. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: Required

Three (3) to five (5) years of warehousing and supervisory experience in a shipping line, NVOCC, or freight forwarding environment.
Knowledge of hazardous materials handling and bonded cargo in a warehouse environment.
Working knowledge of bonded and CFS cargo operations.
Strong administrative skills with experience in scheduling, reporting, and inventory control.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Hands-on experience with the Magaya Warehouse Management System (WMS) or comparable platforms.
Demonstrated experience implementing or optimizing warehouse processes and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Demonstrated ability to motivate and develop personnel, balancing staffing needs with operational and profitability goals.
Well-developed management skills, including both process management and people leadership.
Self-motivated with the ability to coach and mentor team members.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and personalities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret operational data and identify improvement opportunities.
Ability to establish credibility, make sound decisions, and align with organizational goals and priorities.
Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in English.

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field.
Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish at an intermediate to advanced level (verbal and written).
Exposure to digital transformation initiatives or automation in logistics/warehousing.
Advanced proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools for reporting and operational decision-making.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Implement process improvements: Develop and execute strategies and training programs to improve cargo stow and handling practices, reducing costs while increasing operational efficiency.
Introduce new systems and technologies: Evaluate and implement new processes, equipment, and technologies, including enhancements to Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), to streamline workflows, optimize space utilization, and reduce labor costs.
Leverage data for decision-making: Regularly analyze operational and financial reports for trends,