Warehouse Operations Manager

Responsibilities

The Warehouse Manager, responsible for both the Ultium Cells battery material warehouse and the LG Chem resin warehouse, will perform the following duties:

1. Overall Warehouse Operations Management

• Oversee and optimize the overall operations of both warehouses (battery materials and resin)
• Manage and improve inbound, outbound, inventory, storage, and shipping processes

2. Inventory Control and Accuracy

• Maintain high inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and physical inventories
• Analyze discrepancies and implement corrective actions

3. Safety and Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with safety standards for battery materials (including DG) and chemical products (resin)
• Adhere to OSHA and other regulatory requirements, and support internal and external audits

4. Customer and Cross-functional Communication

• Communicate with Ultium Cells and LG Chem regarding operational matters
• Collaborate with internal departments such as production, procurement, and transportation

5. Workforce and Team Management

• Manage warehouse staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluation
• Develop workforce planning to improve operational efficiency

6. KPI and Performance Management

• Establish and monitor logistics KPIs (inventory accuracy, OTIF, production support rate, etc.)
• Drive continuous improvement based on performance analysis

7. Cost Management and Optimization

• Control warehouse operating costs and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Improve operational efficiency through process enhancements

8. Systems and Data Management

• Manage WMS and other logistics systems and ensure data accuracy
• Support data-driven decision-making

Qualifications

The qualifications for the Warehouse Manager overseeing both the Ultium Cells battery material warehouse and the LG Chem resin warehouse are as follows:

1. Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in logistics and warehouse operations
• Proven experience managing multiple warehouses or large-scale distribution centers
• Experience in the battery, chemical, or manufacturing industries preferred

2. Professional Knowledge and Competencies

• Strong understanding of overall warehouse operations (WMS, inventory control, inbound and outbound processes)
• Knowledge of the handling and storage of Dangerous Goods (DG) and chemical materials (resin)
• Experience in logistics KPI management and process improvement
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

3. Regulatory and Safety Knowledge

• Understanding of safety regulations such as OSHA
• Experience in compliance with hazardous materials and chemical regulations
• Experience supporting internal and external audits

4. Leadership and Communication

• Proven experience in team management (hiring, training, and performance evaluation)
• Strong communication skills with multiple stakeholders (customers and internal departments)
• Effective decision-making and issue-resolution capabilities

5. Language and Other Requirements

• Proficiency in both Korean and English for business communication
• Proficiency in MS Office and logistics systems
• Experience working in global or overseas environments preferred

Pay

The base salary range for this role is between $90,000-$110,000 yearly, and your base salary will depend on your experiences, qualifications, and skills.