Regional Warehouse Operations Lead

Tech ElectronicsSt. Louis, MO, USA

3 days ago

Job type

Full-time

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Job description

Who is Tech Electronics?

We provide systems and services that help our customers work smarter, feel safer, and collaborate more effectively. Tech Electronics is a technology services organization headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri with nine offices across the Midwest.

At Tech Electronics, we specialize in low voltage life safety and communication systems in the education, healthcare, construction, government, commercial-industrial, SMB, and worship industries. From fire alarm installation and testing to security cameras and video surveillance, our tailor-made solutions deliver connection and protection.

Why Tech Electronics?

At Tech Electronics, we pride ourselves on bringing a unique family atmosphere to an ever-evolving technology marketplace. We recognize that our people made us special when we opened our doors nearly 60 years ago, and they continue to do so today.

We prioritize giving motivated individuals opportunities to find their gifts, develop their talents, and live their lives to the fullest. If you're looking for a job that's more than just a job, our Tech family is waiting for you!

What's in it for you?

Health, Vision & Dental Insurance on DAY ONE
Company cell phone
Paid Time Off & Accrued Personal Time
Tuition Reimbursement
Long term & Short-term disability
Generous Holiday Schedule
Relaxed Family Culture
Teladoc, SurgeryPlus, & other medical benefits

What You'll Do as a Regional Warehouse Operations Lead :

The Regional Warehouse Operations Lead is a key member of the Supply Chain team responsible for ensuring operational excellence and continuity across Tech Electronics' regional warehouse network. This role provides hands-on leadership to maintain uninterrupted warehouse and inventory functions across multiple sites, particularly during planned or unplanned staff absences, and serves as the primary trainer for new warehouse personnel.

Operating with a high level of autonomy, professionalism, and cross-site coordination, this individual will drive inventory accuracy, efficient material flow, and service consistency throughout the regional network. The position carries direct accountability for transactional accuracy-including system entries, adjustments, reconciliations, and related documentation-and plays a key role in standardizing best practices across locations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provide on-site warehouse coverage at any Tech Electronics location during employee vacation, leave of absence, or attrition.

Execute day-to-day material handling operations including shipping, receiving, staging, cycle counting, and system entry using company ERP tools.

Ensure inventory transactions are completed accurately and timely, following established ERP / WMS protocols.

Conduct monthly inventory reconciliation and resolve variances between physical and system records.

Manage all material movement transactions, including inter-location transfers and third-party shipments.

Deliver excellent service to technicians, project teams, and external customers including over-the-counter and will-call transactions.

Serve as the primary trainer for new warehouse hires, ensuring onboarding, procedural alignment, and system proficiency.

Evaluate and optimize warehouse workflows to identify inefficiencies and propose improvements.

Enforce and promote safety policies and warehouse compliance standards at all times.

Assist with warehouse audits, compliance checks, and other projects as assigned.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

Provide additional support at the St. Louis warehouse or other locations during peak volume or transition periods.

Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions to ensure consistent processes across locations.

Support audit readiness and drive continuous improvement initiatives, including root cause analysis of inventory variances.

Participate in cross-functional meetings, training sessions, and workgroups.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience :

Minimum 5 years of warehouse or logistics experience, including 3+ years using ERP systems and digital inventory platforms.

Proven experience in training or mentoring team members.

Experience in multi-site warehouse environments preferred.

Experience in transactional reconciliation and inventory variance resolution strongly preferred.

Skills and Competencies :

Advanced knowledge of material handling, shipping / receiving, and inventory control processes.

Strong leadership presence with the ability to train, influence, and engage teams.

Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to transactional accuracy.

Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve inventory discrepancies.

Proficiency with ERP / WMS software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JDE) and Microsoft Excel.

Familiarity with inventory control methods such as FIFO, 5S, Kanban, and cycle counting.

Effective verbal and written communicator across all organizational levels.

High emotional intelligence and the ability to remain calm and responsive under pressure.

Independent, self-motivated, and organized.

Licenses and Certifications :

Valid state driver's license - Class E

Must maintain automobile liability insurance with minimum limits of :

$100,000 each person

$300,000 each accident

$100,000 property damage

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to stand, walk, climb, and lift up to 70 lbs.

Frequent movement within warehouse environments.

Exposure to varying temperatures, noise, and physical conditions typical of a warehouse.

Must be willing and able to travel on short notice and stay overnight as needed.

NOTES

This role represents a critical investment in Tech Electronics' operational continuity and workforce development. It combines deep functional expertise with interpersonal and leadership skills to support and uplift warehouse teams across the company. In addition to filling urgent operational gaps, the Regional Warehouse Operations Lead acts as a quality and accuracy leader, ensuring that inventory and transaction data are reliable, clean, and actionable. Over time, this role may evolve into a managerial or senior operational role, depending on organizational needs and individual performance.

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