Assistant Warehouse Management Trainee
Temp to Perm
Norfolk VA
Pay: 22.00-25.00 Depending on experience.
Are you a high-performing warehouse lead, logistics coordinator, or inventory specialist ready to transition into operational leadership? Our client is seeking an Assistant Warehouse Management Trainee to support the daily operations of our fast-paced fulfillment center.
In this role, you won't just work the floor—you will learn to run the business. You will balance hands-on logistics (inventory integrity, team scheduling, and safety compliance) with critical administrative operations, including freight cost management and productivity reporting. This is a fast-track opportunity designed to build the next generation of our warehouse leadership team.
What You'll Do
Lead & Train: Supervise daily floor activities, direct dispatch/driver teams, and manage shift schedules to maximize efficiency and minimize overtime.
Protect Inventory: Maintain strict bin-location accuracy, coordinate physical counts, and conduct root-cause analysis on any stock discrepancies.
Manage Logistics & Costs: Review freight quotes, process carrier claims, and research cost-effective shipping methods to optimize our PBI freight budget.
Enforce Safety & Compliance: Oversee building maintenance inspections, ensure weekly forklift logs are completed, and strictly enforce safety procedures.
Drive Improvement: Compile daily productivity reports and build monthly operational evaluation slides for the management team.
What We Are Looking For
Experienced Logistics Professional: 2+ years of experience in a warehouse lead, inventory specialist, or logistics coordinator role.
Problem Solvers: Experience with root-cause analysis for inventory shortages or shipping damages.
Data & Cost-Conscious: Comfortable reviewing freight invoices, disputing carrier charges, and generating clear shift reports.
Tech-Savvy: Proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and standard office tools (Excel/PowerPoint) for reporting.
Reliable Leaders: Willingness to handle high-accountability tasks, including opening/closing facility procedures and alarm response.
