About this opportunity
Bakery de France lists this Warehouse Manager opportunity in frederick, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Bakery de France is dedicated to preserving the art and science of artisan baking, emphasizing high-quality, all-natural ingredients and environmentally responsible manufacturing. Our commitment to tradition and sustainability drives us to create exceptional baked goods in a modern, eco-friendly facility.
Position Summary
The Warehouse Manager is responsible for overseeing daily warehouse operations, supervising a team of approximately 15 employees, and ensuring safe, efficient, and accurate handling of inventory, shipping, receiving, and storage activities. This role drives productivity, quality, and continuous improvement while maintaining compliance with safety and operational standards.
Key Responsibilities
Operations Management
Oversee all warehouse operations including receiving, storage, picking, and shipping
Ensure accurate inventory control and timely order fulfillment
Monitor workflow and adjust staffing and priorities to meet daily volume requirements
Maintain warehouse layout and space utilization for precise product rotation and inventory controls
Supervise the flow of inbound and outbound shipments to ensure maximum efficiency
Supervise, schedule, and lead warehouse staff across all shifts
Train employees by providing ongoing coaching and performance feedback to develop all members
Promote a positive, accountable, and safety-focused work culture
Ensure proper staffing levels and cross-training coverage
Safety & Compliance
Enforce safety policies and OSHA/regulatory compliance standards as well as food safety standards
Conduct regular safety meetings and warehouse inspections
Ensure proper equipment operation and certification (forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.)
Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions
Inventory & Quality Control
Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts and audits
Investigate and resolve discrepancies and damages
Ensure proper product handling and storage conditions
Implement process improvements to reduce errors and shrinkage
Process Improvement & Reporting
Track KPIs such as productivity, accuracy, turnaround time, and labor efficiency
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives and document these efforts
Collaborate with procurement, production, and customer service teams
Required Qualifications
3+ years of warehouse, distribution, logistics experience
3+ years of supervisory or management experience
Experience managing teams of 10+ employees
Strong knowledge of warehouse operations and inventory systems
Experience with WMS / ERP systems
Forklift certification (or ability to obtain)
Strong leadership and people management skills
Excellent organizational and problem-solving ability
Clear communication and conflict resolution skills
Ability to work in fast-paced environments
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and warehouse software
Working Conditions
Warehouse environment with standing, walking, and lifting requirements
May require flexible hours, weekends, or peak season overtime
Exposure to varying temperatures to include cold storage warehouse
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Worksite address
frederick, MD, 21701, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.