441 Logistics Warehouse jobs in Columbus

Our client is seeking a dynamic and organized Hybrid Logistics and Warehouse Supervisor to oversee operations in their state-of-the-art distribution center. This role will involve a mix of on-site supervision and remote administrative tasks, offering a flexible work arrangement. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing warehouse staff, optimizing inventory control, ensuring efficient order fulfillment, and maintaining a safe and productive working environment. You will play a critical role in the supply chain, ensuring the timely and accurate movement of goods.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of warehouse staff, including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Ensure efficient inventory management through regular cycle counts, stock takes, and system updates.
• Optimize warehouse layout and workflows to maximize space utilization and operational efficiency.
• Implement and enforce safety procedures and protocols to maintain a secure working environment, ensuring compliance with all OSHA regulations.
• Train and develop warehouse team members, providing coaching and performance feedback.
• Manage shipping and receiving operations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all inbound and outbound shipments.
• Operate and maintain warehouse equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and conveyors.
• Utilize Warehouse Management System (WMS) software for inventory tracking, order processing, and reporting.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as procurement and customer service, to ensure seamless operations.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Conduct regular team meetings to communicate goals, provide updates, and address any operational issues.
• Perform remote administrative duties including scheduling, payroll verification, and inventory reconciliation.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in warehouse operations, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Familiarity with WMS software and inventory control principles.
• Strong understanding of logistics and supply chain management best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a warehouse environment.
• Forklift certification or the ability to obtain one.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to adapt to a hybrid work schedule and perform both on-site and remote duties effectively.

If you are a motivated leader with a passion for optimizing logistics and warehouse operations, this hybrid role offers an excellent opportunity to grow your career.

Do you have a demonstrated ability to drive process improvement and lead change?
Penske Logistics is seeking a proven leader with relevant experience and skills to join our team of logistics professionals. We are seeking a candidate to provide leadership at one of our warehousing operations.
The Operations Supervisor provides direction at a single location, leading staff to ensure customer requirements are achieved while meeting our Penske goals and objectives.
In this role, Operations Supervisors will be bonus eligible based on their performance and location performance. Operations Supervisor could earn up to 12% of their base for Max Performance.
**Position Summary:**
Provide operational leadership to individual contributors and hourly workforce to ensure the execution of daily tasks and activities including, loading/unloading of trailers, cross-docking, and customer service operations in a manner consistent with company services and cost objectives. Supervise most processes directly including workforce and equipment scheduling. Responsible for making corrective action and disciplinary decisions up to written warning level. Involved in the hiring process and customer meetings as necessary.
**Shift** : The hours are Wednesday - Saturday 6:00 am- 4:30 pm. Leadership members are to be present 30 minutes prior to the start of shift and may have to work on off shift as needed. Flexibility required around the peak season, holiday, short staffed, and business needs.
**Salary** : $54,900-$72,700 per year; In this role, Operations Supervisor will be bonus eligible based on their performance and location performance. Operations Supervisor could earn up to 12% of their base for Max Performance.
**Major Responsibilities:**
**People**
- Establish and sustain that all supervisors and associates are trained and competent and understand how their work relates to the customers' business objectives
- Establish and sustain that performance standards are communicated that are specific and measurable
- Interview hourly associates and provide recommendations for hire
- Monitor attendance, productivity, and other performance standards and provide coaching and counseling to associates
- Motivate and engage associates by focusing on team accomplishments and recognition
**Operations**
- Supervise logistics operations including customer service, freight loading and unloading, dispatch and proper documentation and procedure control
- Conduct team meetings
- Evaluate and recommend changes in preferred work methods to increase productivity of warehouse operations. Assist in new associate training
- Provide relief coverage for operational duties when associates utilize time-off or are absent from the shift
- Have a thorough working knowledge of the site's operating systems in order to ensure operational compliance and correct exception resolution
- Complete all necessary records and reports in a timely and accurate fashion
**Finance**
- Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures such as, inventory accuracy and control, returns, damages, etc.
- Understand the relationship between decision-making and profitability
- Closely manage associates' working hours and activities to minimize overtime and to meet or exceed productivity targets
**Safety**
- Ensure day-to-day management and associate activities are in alignment with the location safety strategy
- Provide associates with communication, training, feedback, and direction to ensure safe performance
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies and company policies and procedures
- Conduct safety observations
**Growth/Customer Experience**
- Understand the location-specific customer goals & objectives and work to meet and exceed these expectations daily
- Ensure the customer knows that we are committed to helping them meet their objectives
- Determine areas that could benefit from Continuous Improvement efforts
**Fleet/Assets**
- Properly plan work assignments to ensure effective use of warehouse equipment
- Work with hourly associates to ensure they understand safe and efficient operation of equipment
- Work with vendors to ensure equipment is maintained
- Other projects and tasks as assigned by the manager
**Qualifications:**
- 2 - 4 years related functional experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- Strong written/oral communication skills and the ability to actively listen are required
- Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint required
- Must demonstrate ownership & responsibility to run the operation with a sense of urgency
- Must have ability to connect and build rapport/relationships with associates and external customers at all levels
- Must have ability to work efficiently with time management and organizational skills
- Ability to manage through a problem and think and make decisions independently
- Ability to drive process improvement and lead change
- Experience with inventory management system preferred
- Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
- Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required.
**Physical Requirements:**
- The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
- While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits: Our excellent benefits plan keeps associates and their families happy, healthy and secure. To learn more visit Penske Logistics**
Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.
Job Category: Logistics/Supply Chain
Job Function: Logistics & Supply Chain
Job Family: Operations
Address: 6241 Shook Road
Primary Location: US-OH-Lockbourne
Employer: Penske Logistics LLC
Req ID:

Our client is a leading logistics provider seeking a highly organized and experienced Senior Logistics and Warehouse Operations Manager to oversee their extensive warehousing facilities in Columbus, Ohio, US . This critical role demands strong leadership in managing daily warehouse operations, optimizing inventory management, streamlining supply chain processes, and ensuring the efficient and accurate movement of goods. You will be responsible for driving operational excellence and implementing best practices to enhance productivity and reduce costs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing all aspects of warehouse operations, including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory control.
• Developing and implementing efficient warehouse layouts and workflows to maximize space utilization and operational efficiency.
• Overseeing inventory management systems, ensuring accuracy, and implementing cycle counting and stocktaking procedures.
• Managing transportation logistics, including carrier selection, route optimization, and freight cost management.
• Leading, training, and motivating warehouse staff to achieve performance targets and maintain a safe working environment.
• Implementing and enforcing all safety regulations and procedures within the warehouse.
• Utilizing Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and other relevant technologies to enhance operations.
• Analyzing operational data to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Developing and managing the warehouse budget, controlling operational expenses and ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborating with supply chain partners, vendors, and internal departments to ensure seamless logistics operations.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field, with a minimum of 8 years of experience in logistics and warehouse management, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role. Experience with WMS software and a strong understanding of inventory control principles are essential. Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills are required. This position offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and excellent opportunities for career advancement within a growing organization.

Position Purpose:

The DC Area Supervisor leads an hourly team and influences the entire distribution team to do the fast-paced work required to run the distribution center as efficiently, safely and productively as possible. This role will handle management responsibilities for the team members under his/her supervision. This role is responsible for ensuring prompt, efficient and accurate handling of merchandise as well as developing and implementing team goals. This role is responsible for hiring, evaluation, development, discipline, and termination of hourly associates. This role has management responsibilities for 20 to 30 hourly associates.

Key Responsibilities:

* 45% Managing Process: Ensures all operations procedures are followed effectively, and identifies and recommends needed changes to Operations Manager and/or Assistant General Manager on the standardized processes for the functional area. Evaluates and analyzes current work methods and recommends ways to eliminate inefficiences.
* 25% Coaching and Developing Associates: Guides associates in daily operations, and monitors to ensure a high degree of productivity, safety, service and quality. Responsible for the training, coaching and feedback of hourly associates, and performs regular evaluations of associates through factual data and subjective observations. Uses discretion to provide coaching and counseling to associates regarding job performance, methods of performing job tasks. Resolves associate relations issues that arise in assigned functional area. Responsible for hiring, compensation, discipline and terminations of hourly associates in assigned department. Investigates operational errors to determine the cause and recommends corrective action where needed.
* 15% Drives Results: Maintains inventory accuracy and control; reviews reports identifies area of improvement for key metrics inclouding productivity, accuracy, quality and expenses.
* 15% Business Planning: Coordinats and monitors operations with the functional area to ensure performance production rates are consistent with business plan and pattern, reducing irregularities and damages. Reviews reports and business metrics to analyze and plan staffing needs for optimimum department operations.
* Additional Responsibilities: Other duties as assisgned by Operations Manager, Assistant General Manager or General Manager.

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:

* This position typically reports to the Operations Manager.
* This position is accountable for the direct supervision of the work activities of others. Planning, monitoring and reviewing work of subordinates is required. This may include direct supervision of a shift or the coordination of multiple work groups. Makes recommendations concerning selection, termination, performance appraisal and professional development.

Travel Requirements:

* Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Physical Requirements:

* Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.

Working Conditions:

* Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Must be eighteen years of age or older.
* Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
* Flexibility to work various shifts
* Ability to relocate

Preferred Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree;
* Computer skills in software including Microsoft Office;
* Experience with Warehouse Management Systems;
* 3+ years supervisory experience in a related field;

Minimum Education:

* The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.

Preferred Education:

* No additional education

Minimum Years of Work Experience:

* 2

Preferred Years of Work Experience:

* No additional years of experience

Minimum Leadership Experience:

* None

Preferred Leadership Experience:

* None

Certifications:

* None

Competencies:

* People Management: Assesses skills and manages the work and productivity of others while coaching and developing talent.
* Financial Acumen: Utilizes fundamental concepts of finance to assist with managing budgets, forecast labor, and provides information to

**Position Purpose:**
The DC Area Supervisor leads an hourly team and influences the entire distribution team to do the fast-paced work required to run the distribution center as efficiently, safely and productively as possible. This role will handle management responsibilities for the team members under his/her supervision. This role is responsible for ensuring prompt, efficient and accurate handling of merchandise as well as developing and implementing team goals. This role is responsible for hiring, evaluation, development, discipline, and termination of hourly associates. This role has management responsibilities for 20 to 30 hourly associates.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ 45% Managing Process: Ensures all operations procedures are followed effectively, and identifies and recommends needed changes to Operations Manager and/or Assistant General Manager on the standardized processes for the functional area. Evaluates and analyzes current work methods and recommends ways to eliminate inefficiences.
+ 25% Coaching and Developing Associates: Guides associates in daily operations, and monitors to ensure a high degree of productivity, safety, service and quality. Responsible for the training, coaching and feedback of hourly associates, and performs regular evaluations of associates through factual data and subjective observations. Uses discretion to provide coaching and counseling to associates regarding job performance, methods of performing job tasks. Resolves associate relations issues that arise in assigned functional area. Responsible for hiring, compensation, discipline and terminations of hourly associates in assigned department. Investigates operational errors to determine the cause and recommends corrective action where needed.
+ 15% Drives Results: Maintains inventory accuracy and control; reviews reports identifies area of improvement for key metrics inclouding productivity, accuracy, quality and expenses.
+ 15% Business Planning: Coordinats and monitors operations with the functional area to ensure performance production rates are consistent with business plan and pattern, reducing irregularities and damages. Reviews reports and business metrics to analyze and plan staffing needs for optimimum department operations.
+ Additional Responsibilities: Other duties as assisgned by Operations Manager, Assistant General Manager or General Manager.
**Direct Manager/Direct Reports:**
+ This position typically reports to the Operations Manager.
+ This position is accountable for the direct supervision of the work activities of others. Planning, monitoring and reviewing work of subordinates is required. This may include direct supervision of a shift or the coordination of multiple work groups. Makes recommendations concerning selection, termination, performance appraisal and professional development.
**Travel Requirements:**
+ Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.
**Physical Requirements:**
+ Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.
**Working Conditions:**
+ Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
+ Must be eighteen years of age or older.
+ Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
+ Flexibility to work various shifts
+ Ability to relocate
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree;
+ Computer skills in software including Microsoft Office;
+ Experience with Warehouse Management Systems;
+ 3+ years supervisory experience in a related field;
**Minimum Education:**
+ The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.
**Preferred Education:**
+ No additional education
**Minimum Years of Work Experience:**
+ 2
**Preferred Years of Work Experience:**
+ No additional years of experience
**Minimum Leadership Experience:**
+ None
**Preferred Leadership Experience:**
+ None
**Certifications:**
+ None
**Competencies:**
+ People Management: Assesses skills and manages the work and productivity of others while coaching and developing talent.
+ Financial Acumen: Utilizes fundamental concepts of finance to assist with managing budgets, forecast labor, and provides information to

Our client, a leader in the retail supply chain, is seeking a results-oriented Operations Manager to oversee a key distribution center in **Columbus, Ohio, US**. This crucial role involves managing all aspects of warehouse operations, including receiving, inventory control, order fulfillment, shipping, and workforce management, to ensure maximum efficiency and productivity. The Operations Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing operational strategies, optimizing workflows, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. You will lead, motivate, and develop a team of warehouse associates and supervisors, fostering a positive and high-performance work environment. Key responsibilities include monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs), identifying opportunities for process improvements, implementing new technologies, and ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of goods to customers. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in warehouse or distribution center management. Proven experience in Lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is highly desirable. Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with strong communication and interpersonal abilities. Proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and other supply chain software is required. This is a significant opportunity to lead operations for a critical facility and contribute to the overall success of a major retail organization. Join a dedicated team and drive operational excellence.

**Position Purpose:**
The primary purpose of this role is to assist the asset protection manager in performing his/her functions. Performing AP and Safety-related activities to support The Home Depot's business objectives, such as but not limited to minimizing shrink, risk and safety incidents, providing on boarding to AP programs, OSHA standards and investigations, training, coaching and response to potentially volatile situations requiring quick, effective decisions and conducting investigations. This includes responsibility for data integrity and tracking of various performance metrics across AP duties. The role has experience in asset protection, safety, merchandise auditing compliance, hazmat, OSHA standards, and investigations to ensure The Home Depot maintains a safe, a safe work culture by providing support to the asset protection manager and facility leadership team, in assigned building, related to improving shrink, safety, expenses and liability.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ 40% Compliance:
+ Assist DC Asset Protection Manager with conducting monthly audit cadence that provides insight into shrink risk, overall safety compliance, merchandise accuracy audit completion, and regulatory compliance.
+ Assist DC Asset Protection manager with regulatory investigations such as OSHA, EPA, state and federal agencies.
+ Leverage contracted site guard supervisors, and ensure all electronic security systems are in good working order at all times.
+ The overall audit process(s) will highlight operational deficiencies and will lead to the development of a dynamic game plan that will correct or mitigate exposures identified within the scope of the audits.
+ 30% Safety:
+ Review weekly incident reporting and review trends with leadership team
+ Participate in onsite meetings with regulatory agencies and follow company SOP's as it relates to interacting with such agencies.
+ Maintain compliance with all Supply Chain security measures that will include but not limited to a seal compliance and testing program, maintaining a strong physical security presence.
+ Leads auditors in daily operations; monitors to ensure a high degree of accuracy in the shipping of product, safety, recording auditing errors, and reviewing errors with facility leadership.
+ Participate in all safety incident investigations to help drive additional training and accountability.
+ If needed, assist APM with creating new processes that prevent safety incidents from occurring.
+ 15% Accuracy:
+ Responsible for the training, coaching and feedback of auditors and performs regular evaluations of associates through factual data and subjective observations.
+ 15% Shrink:
+ Assist DC Asset Protection Manager with the Company's internal and external theft program. Identify and process temporary labor and external visitors who commit theft. Maximize merchandise recoveries.
+ Observations on floor, identifying safe work practices and correcting unsafe work practices
+ Adhere to all Company policies governing apprehensions. Minimize risk of injuries during apprehensions.
**Direct Manager/Direct Reports:**
+ This position reports to the DC Asset Protection manager.
+ This position has up to 3 direct reports.
**Travel Requirements:**
+ Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.
**Physical Requirements:**
+ Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
**Working Conditions:**
+ Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
+ Must be eighteen years of age or older.
+ Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
+ The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired in related field Night and weekends shifts and/or offsite/annex locations
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
+ Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams
+ Ability to draw accurate conclusions from financial documentation
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills
+ Experience with CCTV and digital recording devices
+ LPC or LPQ Completion Wicklander & Zulawski certified
**Minimum Education:**
+ The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.
**Preferred Education:**
+ No additional education
**Minimum Years of Work Experience:**
+ 1
**Preferred Years of Work Experience:**
+ No additional years of experience
**Minimum Leadership Experience:**
+ None
**Preferred Leadership Experience:**
+ None
**Certifications:**
+ None
**Competencies:**
+ Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
+ Builds Networks - Effectively building formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside of the organization
+ Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
+ Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
+ Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
+ Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. - $0.00 - $0.00

Our client, a leading player in the logistics and warehousing sector, is seeking an experienced and proactive Logistics Operations Manager to oversee their state-of-the-art distribution center located in Columbus, Ohio, US . This role is critical for ensuring the efficient and effective flow of goods, optimizing warehouse operations, and maintaining high standards of service and safety.

The Logistics Operations Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of all warehouse activities, including receiving, inventory control, order fulfillment, shipping, and returns. You will lead a dedicated team of warehouse associates, supervisors, and support staff, fostering a culture of performance, accountability, and continuous improvement. Your focus will be on enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring customer satisfaction through timely and accurate order processing.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing all aspects of warehouse operations, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and company policies.
• Developing and implementing operational procedures to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Overseeing inventory management systems, including cycle counting, stock accuracy, and damage control.
• Leading, coaching, and developing the warehouse team to achieve performance targets.
• Implementing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) for warehouse operations, such as throughput, accuracy, on-time delivery, and cost per unit.
• Collaborating with transportation, customer service, and other departments to ensure seamless supply chain integration.
• Managing vendor relationships for warehouse equipment, supplies, and services.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements and technology solutions to enhance operational capabilities.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Developing and managing the warehouse operational budget.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in warehouse and logistics management is required, with a proven track record of leading large teams and managing complex operations. Strong knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS), inventory control principles, and distribution best practices is essential. Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills are paramount. Experience in a high-volume distribution environment is highly preferred. This is a fantastic opportunity to drive operational excellence and contribute to the success of a growing logistics network.