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# Warehouse Manager - Job Description & Qualification Tasks
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**Primary Responsibility:** To maintain a highly organized, safe, and efficient warehouse operation for receiving, storing, and issuing all Building Automation Systems (BAS) components, tools, and inventory required for projects and service calls.
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**Prerequisites:**
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- High school diploma or equivalent
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- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
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- Physical ability to lift 50+ lbs and operate warehouse equipment
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- Basic computer literacy and willingness to learn inventory software
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- Forklift certification (or willingness to obtain)
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**Career Path:** This is a standalone operational role with opportunities for advancement to Senior Warehouse Manager, Logistics Manager, or Procurement Manager based on company growth and individual performance.
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## Assessment Methods
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- Inventory accuracy audits (98%+ accuracy required on quarterly physical counts)
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- Timeliness metrics for receiving, staging, and kit preparation
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- Written exam on warehouse procedures, safety, and BAS hardware knowledge (80% passing score)
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- OSHA compliance inspections with zero violations
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- Supervisor evaluation of organization, efficiency, and problem-solving
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- Peer review from Project Managers and field staff on support quality
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- Successful completion of annual safety audit with zero findings
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**Key Tasks for Qualification**
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**Inventory Control**
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- 1. Conduct a full quarterly physical inventory count with 98% accuracy against the inventory management system.
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- 2. Implement and enforce a strict First-In, First-Out (FIFO) system for all perishable or version-sensitive BAS hardware (e.g., controllers).
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**Shipping & Receiving**
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- 1. Receive, inspect, and log incoming BAS materials against the purchase order (PO) list within 4 hours of arrival.
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- 2. Prepare and stage all equipment kits for upcoming projects (3 days in advance of the required date).
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**Organization & Safety**
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- 1. Maintain the warehouse to meet all OSHA safety standards, specifically documenting and managing ladder and lift inspection logs.
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- 2. Implement a standardized system for tracking and managing the calibration, sign-out, and return of specialized tools (e.g., manifold gauges, network testers).
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**Procurement Support**
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- 1. Generate a monthly report on low-stock items (below minimum threshold) and items with high shrinkage/loss rates.
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## Foundational Training (Before Role-Specific Courses)
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1. **BAS Hardware Identification:** Comprehensive overview of all BAS components (controllers, sensors, actuators, valves, dampers, network equipment) so you know what you're managing and can identify items correctly.
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2. **Supply Chain Basics for Construction:** Understanding lead times, vendor reliability, expedited shipping, and the critical path impact of material delays.
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3. **Warehouse Safety Fundamentals:** OSHA requirements, material handling, ladder safety, forklift operation, PPE requirements.
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4. **Inventory Management Systems Overview:** Introduction to the specific inventory software platform and integration with Service Fusion.
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## Required Training Course List
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1. **Inventory Management System Mastery:** Procedures for physical counts, cycle counts, and discrepancy reporting.
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2. **BAS Hardware Shelf Life and FIFO Implementation:** Managing version control and stock rotation for electronic components.
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3. **Receiving and PO Verification Procedures:** Inspecting and logging incoming goods against Purchase Orders.
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4. **Project Staging and Kitting Processes:** Efficiently assembling materials kits for project deployment.
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5. **OSHA Warehouse Safety and Compliance:** Focus on material handling, tool usage, and equipment inspection logs.
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6. **Specialized Tool Tracking and Calibration Management:** Standardized procedures for sign-out and return of diagnostic tools.
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7. **Procurement Data Analysis:** Generating reports for low stock and analyzing inventory shrinkage/loss.
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8. **Service Fusion Warehouse Integration:** Understanding Purchase Orders, Inventory Orders, and Invoice workflows within Service Fusion.
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9. **Vendor Relationship Management:** Communication protocols, dispute resolution, and expedited delivery coordination.
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10. **Emergency/Expedited Procurement Procedures:** Protocols for handling urgent material requests from field or PMs.
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## Optional/Advanced Training
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- Forklift and powered industrial truck certifications
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- Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
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- Inventory optimization and demand forecasting
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- Warehouse management system (WMS) advanced features
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- Hazardous materials handling and storage (if applicable)
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- Barcode/RFID technology for inventory tracking
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- Lean warehousing and 5S methodology
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- Cross-docking and just-in-time inventory strategies
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## Cross-Training Opportunities
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- Shadow Installers and Field Specialists to understand how materials are used in the field
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- Attend project planning meetings to understand material requirements and timing
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- Work with Project Managers on material procurement and cost tracking
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- Shadow Accountant during inventory valuation and cost analysis
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- Participate in vendor site visits to understand product manufacturing and quality control
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- Review Dispatch Coordinator workflows for emergency parts coordination
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- Observe commissioning to understand how material quality impacts system performance
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## Qualification Checklist
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Before being considered fully qualified, the Warehouse Manager must demonstrate:
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- [ ] Complete 4 consecutive quarterly physical inventory counts with 98%+ accuracy
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- [ ] Successfully implement and maintain FIFO system for 100% of version-sensitive items
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- [ ] Receive and log 200+ shipments within 4-hour SLA with 99%+ accuracy
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- [ ] Prepare 50+ project kits with zero missing items or delays
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- [ ] Maintain OSHA-compliant warehouse for 12 consecutive months (zero violations)
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- [ ] Implement and manage tool tracking system with 100% accountability
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- [ ] Generate 12+ monthly procurement reports with actionable insights
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- [ ] Achieve 95%+ satisfaction rating from Project Managers and field staff
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- [ ] Pass written exam on warehouse procedures and BAS hardware (80%+)
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- [ ] Successfully coordinate 10+ emergency/expedited material requests
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- [ ] Complete forklift certification and all required safety training
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- [ ] Receive supervisor sign-off on all 7 key qualification tasks
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## Timeline Expectations
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**Typical Duration:** 6-9 months to full qualification
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- Months 1-2: Foundational training, safety certifications, learning inventory system and BAS hardware
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- Months 3-4: Handling routine receiving and kitting tasks with supervision
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- Months 5-6: Managing daily operations independently, first physical inventory count
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- Months 7-9: Full independence, process optimization, and advanced procurement support
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- Ongoing: Continuous improvement of warehouse efficiency and accuracy
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**Note:** Timeline may be shorter for candidates with prior warehouse or inventory management experience. Physical stamina and attention to detail are critical for success in this role.