About the Role
PEX Universe Plumbing & Heating Supply is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to oversee daily warehouse operations, including receiving, inventory management, order picking, packing, shipping, and team performance. This hands-on leadership role requires prior warehouse management experience, strong people management skills, and the ability to leverage warehouse technology for operational efficiency. Candidates must reside in or near Brooklyn, NY, and understand the importance of consistent attendance and long-term commitment.
Responsibilities
- Manage all day-to-day warehouse operations, including receiving, put-away, inventory control, order picking, packing, shipping, and returns.
- Supervise, coach, and develop warehouse employees to ensure productivity, accountability, and engagement.
- Create and manage employee schedules, monitor attendance, approve time-off requests, and oversee overtime utilization.
- Participate in hiring, onboarding, performance management, disciplinary actions, and employee terminations as needed.
- Ensure accurate and timely fulfillment of customer orders while maintaining quality standards.
- Monitor warehouse productivity metrics and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce errors.
- Utilize warehouse management technology, including RFID scanners, handheld inventory devices, barcode scanning systems, and inventory management software.
- Maintain accurate inventory levels through cycle counts, audits, and operational controls.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, safety procedures, and OSHA regulations.
- Collaborate with purchasing, customer service, and leadership teams to resolve inventory or operational issues.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional warehouse environment.
- Serve as a hands-on leader who can assist with warehouse operations when needed.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of warehouse operations experience.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a Warehouse Manager or Warehouse Supervisor role.
- Proven experience managing warehouse functions including receiving, inventory control, picking, packing, and shipping.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing warehouse staff, including scheduling, performance management, hiring, coaching, and terminations.
- Strong knowledge of warehouse best practices, inventory management, and operational workflows.
- Experience using RFID scanners, handheld scanning devices, barcode systems, and warehouse management software.
- Strong computer and technology skills, including Microsoft Office and inventory management platforms.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work on-site full-time in Brooklyn, NY.
- Must live in Brooklyn or within a reasonable commuting distance to support long-term reliability and retention.
- Experience within plumbing, HVAC, building materials, distribution, or industrial supply environments is preferred.
- Experience implementing warehouse process improvements and efficiency initiatives is preferred.
- Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without accommodation.
- Ability to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and climb as necessary to support warehouse operations.
- Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and work in a fast-paced distribution environment.
- Ability to work in varying warehouse temperatures and conditions.
Skills
- Warehouse Management
- Inventory Control
- Order Picking
- Packing
- Shipping
- Team Leadership
- Scheduling
- Performance Management
- Hiring
- Coaching
- Terminations
- Process Improvement
- RFID Scanning
- Handheld Inventory Devices
- Barcode Scanning
- Warehouse Management Software
- Microsoft Office
- Organizational Skills
- Communication Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Bilingual Spanish/English (preferred)
Location
- Brooklyn, NY
Work Type
- On-Site
- Full-Time
Experience Level
- 3+ years warehouse operations
- 1+ year management/supervisor
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive base salary
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits (if applicable)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and company holidays
- 401(k) plan with company match (if applicable)
- Stable Monday–Friday schedule
- Limited overtime requirements
- Opportunity for career growth
About the Company
- PEX Universe Plumbing & Heating Supply is a leading distributor of plumbing, heating, and hydronic products serving contractors, businesses, and customers throughout the region.
- We pride ourselves on providing exceptional customer service, accurate order fulfillment, and operational excellence.
- Our warehouse operation is technology-driven, utilizing modern inventory management systems and RFID scanning technology to maintain accuracy and efficiency while supporting our continued growth.
