Job Description
Job Title:  Senior Manager - Warehouse and Distribution
Job Location:  Central Warehouse
Job Location (Short):  Bartow, FL, USA, 33830
Status:  Open
Posting End Date: 
Salary Grade:  SG20

Note:

This posting will close at 4pm on 11/11/2026.

Position Title

Senior Manager - Whsg and Distribution

Custom Job Purpose

This position exists to perform responsible duties in the management of a large warehouse and distribution center.

Essential Functions of this Job

Supervises and directs the receipt, storage and distribution of a large variety of supplies, materials and equipment. Schedules deliveries of supplies, equipment and commodities to points of consignment. Confers with buyers for correct nomenclature of specialized supplies and equipment. Consults with the Director of Purchasing as to changes in inventory levels. Develops and recommends warehouse procedures and schedules. Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of warehouse and distribution personnel. Plans and supervises the training of warehouse and distribution personnel. Interviews prospective employees, recommends employee selection, and evaluates employee performance. Maintains a working knowledge of the latest developments in Warehousing and Distribution Center techniques and related technology and advises supervisor of these trends. Develops a customer-service attitude within the warehousing and distribution center staff. Supervises the annual physical inventory. Manages the disposition of surplus property, textbooks, testing and other instructional materials. Maintains warehouse security. Ensures that all fleet vehicles and equipment are kept in proper operating condition. Recommends replacement of vehicles and equipment as needed. Safeguards all stock items against damage and theft. Assists in the preparation of the departmental budget.

Essential Functions of this Job (cont.)

Non-Essential Functions of this Job

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma required; degree in Logistics, Business Administration, or equivalent vocational technical training is preferred. Six years progressively responsible experience in warehousing and distribution with at least three years in a supervisory capacity, performing most of the above mentioned duties. Considerable experience in the use of job-related computer programs is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of warehousing, storekeeping, receiving and distribution methods and procedures. Ability to plan, and supervise the work of warehouse and distribution personnel. Ability to develop and maintain an orderly system of storing materials. Ability to utilize Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Ability to effectively communicate with people at various levels in the school system. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Work Context

Requires some sitting and standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires the use of alternative communication systems, such as electronic mail, telephones and computers. Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines. Requires face-to-face discussions and contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires work with both internal and external contacts, and with the public.

Physical Environment

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Requires sitting for the majority of the day, and the ability to lift, carry, move and/or position objects infrequently weighing up to 20 pounds.

Collective Bargaining Agreement

1 - Non-Union - F4 - 12-mo OSP-Exempt

Salary Grade

SG20

Pay Grade

N/A

FLSA Status

Exempt

Local Code

0615

EEO5

44

Approval Date

6/8/2004

Date Last Revised

7/8/2013
Information at a Glance

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Perks include:

  • Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • No-cost employee health clinics
  • Paid holidays and leave time
  • Flexible work options for some roles
  • Professional growth and development
  • Access to mentoring and support networks

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