Warehouse Manager

WHO WE ARE

Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world’s most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 21 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the “Exhilaration of Discovery”.

We are seeking a highly organized and results-oriented Warehouse Manager to lead and optimize the daily operations of our fast-paced warehouse environment.

Based onsite in our South Park, Seattle warehouse and working closely with the warehouse team, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to evaluate, update, and streamline processes to lower overall costs and drive efficiencies.

If you are a motivated and experienced professional with warehouse management and a passion for excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

• Oversee Daily Operations: Manage and coordinate all warehouse activities, including receiving, put-away, storage, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory control.
• Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and motivate a team of warehouse staff, fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, and accountability.
• Inventory Management: Implement and maintain effective inventory control procedures to ensure accuracy and minimize shrinkage.
• Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve warehouse processes and layouts to optimize space utilization, productivity, and order fulfillment.
• Safety and Compliance: Enforce strict safety regulations and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and company policies.
• Reporting and Analysis: Generate regular reports on warehouse performance metrics and provide insights to drive operational improvements.
• Facility Maintenance: Coordinate the maintenance and upkeep of the warehouse facility and equipment.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including purchasing, sales, and logistics, to ensure seamless supply chain operations.

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in warehouse management or a related field.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Organization: Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Technology: Proficient in warehouse management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Physical capabilities: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on regular basis.

• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Results-Oriented: Strong focus on achieving results and meeting deadlines.
• Customer-Focused: Commitment to providing excellent customer service.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications, such as Certified Warehouse Manager (CWM), are a plus.
• Software: NSE and MXP platform experience a plus.
• Forklift trained a plus

OUR BENEFITS

• Travel benefits for employees and their family 

• Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision  

• 401(k) plan with employer match  

• Long-Term Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to be used for out-of-pocket medical and dependent care  

• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit  

• 7-8 Paid Holidays

• 2-3 Floating Holiday Options (pro-rated per start date)

• Up to 15 days of vacation (pro-rated per anniversary year)

• Parental Leave

• Sick/personal days per city & state ordinance

• Pet Insurance discount

COMMUNICATION SKILLS 

Using the English language, this person must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend policies, legal guidelines, correspondence, and memos.   Must also possess the ability to effectively communicate--both in writing and orally--with a professional demeanor. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear.  The employee will also be required to write and type.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.  

COMPENSATION STATEMENT

Lindblad Expeditions determines the pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. Our posted salary range is based on national data and may be refined for a candidate's region/town/cost of living.

For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant’s location, level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

At Lindblad Expeditions, we simply could not do our work without the diverse kaleidoscope of humanity that creates and delivers our remarkable offerings across the planet. As a Company that respects and celebrates the inherent diversity in the places we explore, we recognize the need to mirror that same diversity and all the interconnected perspectives within our organization. We are committed to building a community of different genders, races, ages, sexual orientations, chosen identities, and countries of origin where every person brings their whole self to work and whose skills, talents, and abilities are valued. We believe we can explore further and in a more meaningful way by actively creating a more diverse and inclusive organization where everyone feels they belong.

Lindblad Expeditions is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment at Lindblad Expeditions are considered without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, unemployment status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or veteran status.