Warehouse Operations Project Manager
Buffalo Grove, IL - USA
Job Summary
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Warehouse Project Manager to lead operational improvements across inventory management warehouse execution material flow and SAP inventory processes within a manufacturing environment.
This role is responsible for identifying and driving sustainable improvements that improve inventory accuracy reduce excess and obsolete inventory strengthen ERP transaction discipline and improve warehouse operational efficiency across multiple buildings and operational areas.
The ideal candidate combines strong operational knowledge with ERP/SAP process understanding and has a proven track record of implementing measurable improvements within warehouse and manufacturing operations. This is a hands-on operational role requiring strong collaboration with warehouse production planning procurement customer service finance quality and continuous improvement teams.
This position will work closely with the Inventory Manager and inventory control team to address systemic drivers of inventory discrepancies and operational inefficiencies while helping establish sustainable operational processes and controls.
Key Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations & Material Flow
- Assess and improve warehouse material flow between receiving storage production and shipping operations
- Improve warehouse organization storage strategies and inventory placement across buildings
- Identify opportunities to reduce handling inefficiencies wasted movement and time spent locating materials
- Support improvements in warehouse process execution and floor discipline
Excess & Obsolete Inventory Reduction
- Identify drivers of excess obsolete and slow-moving inventory
- Develop and execute inventory reduction plans with cross-functional teams
- Improve inventory visibility and KPI reporting
- Support inventory segmentation and stocking strategy improvements
Continuous Improvement & Cross-Functional Execution
- Lead operational improvement initiatives from identification through implementation
- Facilitate cross-functional problem solving and action tracking
- Establish KPI dashboards and reporting for leadership visibility
- Support development and standardization of SOPs controls and operational processes
- Train and support teams on improved processes and best practices where needed
Qualifications :
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Operations Engineering Business or related field
- 3-5 years of experience in inventory management warehouse operations supply chain execution or manufacturing operations
- Hands-on experience with inventory and warehouse processes
- Experience improving warehouse operational performance
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience leading operational improvement initiatives
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively within both office and manufacturing/warehouse environments
Preferred
- Experience within a manufacturing environment
- SAP ERP WM EWM MM or PP experience
- Experience with inventory optimization and warehouse process improvement initiatives
- Lean Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement experience
- Experience implementing inventory controls and warehouse operational improvements
- Advanced Excel and data analysis skills
Success Measures
Success in this role will be measured through:
- Improved inventory accuracy
- Reduction in excess and obsolete inventory
- Improved warehouse operational efficiency and material flow
- Improved SAP/ERP transaction accuracy and parameter alignment
- Improved inventory process compliance and operational controls
- Sustainable implementation of operational improvements
Additional Information :
This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and may be revised at any time by the Company. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
POSITION RANGE: $110000 - $130000 salaried (This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.)
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Nemera is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race religion color gender gender identity sexual orientation age national origin disability veteran status or any other protected class indication. This company is required by federal law to hire only persons who can establish they are eligible to work in the United States.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
Nemera Szczecin Sp. z o.o. to członek światowej grupy Nemera, lidera w produkcji urządzeń do dostarczania leków. Nasze oddziały znajdują się we Francji, Stanach Zjednoczonych, Niemczech i Brazylii. W Szczecinie jesteśmy specjalistami w produkcji wysokiej jakości wstrzykiwaczy do poda ... View more