Warehouse Site Leader

Job Overview

Lead a high-performing distribution center where operational excellence, financial discipline, and team development come together to deliver safe, reliable, and customer-focused results.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the safe, compliant, and efficient daily operation across receiving, storage, inventory control, production support, order fulfillment, shipping, and transload activities.
• Drive the financial performance of the distribution center by managing annual operating and capital budgets, monitoring expenses, and taking action on variances.
• Track and improve key performance indicators through regular reviews, root-cause analysis, and effective corrective actions.
• Safeguard inventory accuracy and material availability while reducing loss, damage, obsolescence, and unnecessary handling.
• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and operational teams, building accountability, succession depth, and a strong culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Manage third-party service providers and facility support contracts to meet service, cost, compliance, and performance expectations.
• Oversee safety, quality, and compliance initiatives, including audits, investigations, risk reduction, and adherence to applicable policies and standards. 

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Several years of experience in distribution, warehousing, logistics, or supply chain operations, including leadership responsibility
• Strong background in budget management, KPI reporting, inventory control, and operational performance improvement
• Confident use of ERP and WMS systems, Microsoft Excel, and reporting tools; transload experience is a plus
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and with external partners. 
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any required U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) clearance

Our Offering

At Schaeffler, our success is driven by our employees. We value what you bring to our business, which is why we are committed to providing you with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that gives you and your family the care you need to lead healthy, productive lives. This includes amongst others the following: 

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Employees receive access to a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind. 
• Generous retirement savings options: The company provides competitive 401(k) matching contributions (up to 6%), empowering employees to build a secure financial future. 
• Professional development opportunities: The company invests in its employees' growth by offering skill development workshops, and ongoing learning and development programs. Through our Schaeffler Academy you will have access to a state-of-the-art and comprehensive learning and training offering.
• Wellness initiatives: Employees have access to wellness programs and resources aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional health, fostering a supportive and thriving work environment.  

See all of our benefits at: Schaeffler Benefits