Senior Warehouse Manager...need to have pick pack experience in a distribution center or warehouse environment. Supervised up to 25 workers exempt and non-exempt, and have managed at least 2 supervisors in a warehouse setting. Forecast manpower requirements based on daily workload. Must be hands on manager and have the ability and confidence in yourself to delegate tasks to your staff and motivate them as well. Great Growth Opportunity for an individual looking to advance their career. We are one of Inc. 500 fastest growing companies of 2008, distributing furniture throughout the country from a 120,000 sq.ft. facility.

Specific duties:
- Safeguards warehouse operations and contents by establishing and monitoring security procedures and protocols.
- Maintains physical condition of warehouse by planning and implementing new design layouts; inspecting equipment; issuing work orders for repair and requisitions for replacement.
- Completes warehouse operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.
- Maintains warehouse staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
- Safeguards warehouse operations and contents by establishing and monitoring security procedures and protocols.

Skills/Qualifications:
- Bilingual (English & Spanish) required
- Forklift Certified
- Supervision
- Developing Standards
- Safety Management
- Managing Processes
- Surveillance Skills
- Inventory Control
- Reporting Skills
- Analyzing Information
- Equipment Maintenance
- Excellent Judgment

Experience: 5 - 10 years, experience with furniture industry/warehouses required.

Job Responsibilities:
New business development
Outside Independent Sales Representative

Job Requirements:
Previous experience as outside sales for electronic stores
Have electronic store contacts
Great time management skills
Able to generate meaningful report

OVERVIEW:
In this position, you will be the Senior Buyer reporting directly to CEO for a furniture wholesaler and retailer. You will do planning and product development for the company including both domestic and overseas travel.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage Vendor Relationships
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and rebates with vendors in order to maximize profitability for company.
- Attend furniture shows as needed, both nationally and internationally.
- Work with vendors and logistics teams to manage inbound & outbound freight costs both domestically and internationally.
- Work with internet development team to get the most out of both "drop ship" and in stock vendors.

Product Development
- Work directly with international (Asian) vendors on developing new product for both stores and internet websites.
- Travel to China in order to source new factories, review & inspect container orders and develop new product with overseas resources.
- Work with domestic resources on new product development, product launches, and exclusive products for both stores and internet websites.

Planning / Stock Allocation
- Review weekly replenishment orders with Lead Planner to ensure in-stock position for both stores and internet websites.
- Work with Lead Planner to forecast pre-orders for Holiday selling periods throughout the year.
- Work with Lead Planner to forecast container needs on monthly and annual basis.
- Ensure appropriate stock levels at all times.

Purchasing
- Work with purchasing agents to ensure orders arrive in timely manner and stores/internet sales team are advised on order status. Ensure that the number of "late" open orders is kept to a minimum and all orders are acknowledged from vendors on a weekly basis.
- Work with finance ensuring systems are updated with correct pricing and following up with vendor account statuses.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
• BA/BS Degree
• Minimum of 5 years experience as a Buyer in a furniture company.
• Established relationships w/Chinese manufacturers.
• Proven merchandising and analytical skill including assortment planning and visual presentation.
• Vendor negotiations, including pricing and quality issues.
• Experience with merchandise presentation for retail mailers and catalogs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills including ability to articulate and sell concepts to a business team.
• Travel required for product sourcing.
• Teamwork, enthusiasm, great judgment and initiative skills are also required.
This company offers a competitive compensation package and other benefits that include health, 401(k) plan with company match, paid vacations, and generous employee discounts.

To apply for this position, please send your resume and salary requirements in Word or text format to jobs@wholesale-interiors.com