Senior Warehouse Operations Manager
Oversee Chicago operations as a Senior Warehouse Operations Manager, ensuring safety, efficiency, and high service standards.
Posted by employer 4 days ago
First seen on Joblaze 3 days ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
What you'll build
- Lead warehouse operations across inbound, outbound, inventory, and quality control
- Optimize performance metrics and workflows
- Recruit, coach, and develop supervisors and warehouse associates
- Manage inventory accuracy through physical counts and system reconciliation
- Ensure compliance with warehousing and safety requirements
Must have
- 15+ years warehouse/fulfillment experience in high-volume environments
- 5+ years managing large, multi-layered teams
- Experience with WMS systems, productivity metrics, and quality audits
- Advanced Excel skills and strong computer proficiency
Nice to have
- Food & Beverage industry experience strongly preferred
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Flexibility to work varied schedules
Practical constraints
- Onsite 5 days/week
Requirements
- Experience
- 15+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Senior Warehouse Operations Manager at Weee! is responsible for overseeing the Chicago facility's daily operations, focusing on safety, inventory control, and timely order fulfillment. This role requires expertise in warehouse management systems and strong leadership skills to optimize workflows and manage a large team effectively. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in high-volume environments, particularly in the food and beverage sector, and possess a detail-oriented approach to problem-solving. Weee! is experiencing rapid growth, making this a pivotal role in supporting its expansion.
Joblaze insights
- Listed 3 days ago — first seen on Joblaze October 17, 2026. Last confirmed on Weee!'s careers page October 19, 2026.
- This exact title is also open at 1 other location at Weee!: Clifton, New Jersey, United States.
- Salary band is below the typical range for Management roles (median ~$171,120).
- Starts above 31% of 582 comparable senior management roles in United States we track (median $152,000 across 141 companies).
Quick facts
- Is the Senior Warehouse Operations Manager role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Chicago, Illinois, United States; Hodgkins, Illinois, United States.
- What's the salary range?
- Weee! lists $135,000–$155,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 15 years of relevant experience for this Senior Warehouse Operations Manager role.
- Where is the role based?
- Weee! is hiring for this position in Chicago, Illinois, United States; Hodgkins, Illinois, United States.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Weee! targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Senior Warehouse Operations Manager role at Weee!.
From the original posting
About Weee!
Location: Hodgkins, IL (Onsite 5 days/week)
About the Role
The Senior Operations Manager will oversee our Chicago operations and ensure facility operates safely, efficiently, and accurately. This role will prioritize workplace safety, oversee inventory control, and manage on-time order fulfillment to maintain high service standards and customer satisfaction. By streamlining processes, reducing operational waste, and enforcing compliance, the position will help control costs while building the capacity to support future growth.
Responsibilities
Operations & Growth
- Lead warehouse operations across inbound, outbound, inventory, and quality control
- Optimize performance metrics and workflows to support rapid scaling
- Make data-driven decisions to identify and solve operational bottlenecks
- Plan labor needs and manage capacity during peak periods
Leadership & Team Building
- Recruit, coach, and develop supervisors, leads, and warehouse associates
- Provide hands-on floor leadership to build high-performing teams
- Schedule and assign employees while maintaining accountability for results
- Create urgency and followership across all warehouse teams
Systems & Process
- Master Weee!'s operational systems, SOPs, and key performance metrics
- Manage inventory accuracy through physical counts and system reconciliation
- Plan warehouse layouts, equipment maintenance, and operational improvements
- Leverage WMS and productivity systems to drive performance insights
Compliance & Safety
- Ensure compliance with warehousing, shipping, and OSHA safety requirements
- Establish security procedures and safety protocols
- Maintain flexible shift coverage for continuous operations
Profit & Loss Management
- Manage operating costs including daily supplies (office/warehouse/janitorial), packaging materials, and equipment repairs
- Analyze cost variances and implement corrective actions
- Drive cost-efficient operations while maintaining quality standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, or Supply Chain
- 15+ years warehouse/fulfillment experience in high-volume environments
- 5+ years managing large, multi-layered teams
- Experience with WMS systems, productivity metrics, and quality audits
- Advanced Excel skills and strong computer proficiency
- Food & Beverage industry experience strongly preferred
- High energy leader who creates urgency and inspires teams
- Detail-oriented problem solver who gets into operational details
- Quick learner who thinks clearly under pressure
- Team developer who coaches others and builds capability
- Adaptable and thrives in fast-paced, changing environments
Preferred
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Flexibility to work varied schedules
Compensation Range
- The US base salary range for this full-time position is $135,000 - $155,000
- This role may be eligible to discretionary bonus, incentives and benefits
- Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location
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