Warehouse Manager

Job ID: R44787

Warehouse Manager

Primary Location: Barcelona Spain

C.H. Robinson is looking for a Warehouse Manager to join our Global Forwarding division in Barcelona.

In this role, you will ensure operational excellence across receiving, shipping, inventory, and production, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and collaboration.

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, analytical insight, and a passion for developing high-performing teams in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of this position consists of, but are not limited to, the following:

• Ensure receiving, shipping, inventory and production crews operate in an efficient, productive, accurate, and professional manner
• Ensure all customer service metrics are consistently met or exceeded
• Operate in an efficient/cost conscious manner so that all budgeted objectives are achieved
• Communicate clearly and concisely with all audiences; keep others informed and listens carefully to input and feedback
• Ensure safe and efficient use and maintenance of facility equipment
• Monitor supplies, packaging, and raw materials needed to operate business on daily basis
• Identify areas for improvement, make recommendations, and implement approved changes, including using metrics to identify areas for improvement

Leadership:

• Ensure distribution center crews operate in an efficient, productive, accurate and professional manner; ensures work schedules promote efficiency
• Maintain proper staffing levels, staff schedules, oversee hourly staff training; Plan needs based on projected projects and volume; Deliver timely performance feedback and corrective suggestions/actions to both staff and customer account teams
• Maintain a constant presence in the work area to support and lead warehouse staff; Provide a safe work environment for all areas of operations; develop and maintain a positive and collaborative work environment
• Ensure integrity and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information
• Participate in the recruitment, selection, promotion, and alignment of qualified and diverse talent
• Support the annual merit and equity programs for assigned team to align compensation with performance results
• Outline employee role accountabilities and expectations; manage performance to drive the right behaviors and improve results and provides useful real-time coaching, feedback, and mentoring, development activities and stretch assignments; supports employees with problem resolution
• Encourage employee feedback through formal and informal channels. Acknowledge and take action on feedback to drive a trusting culture of open two-way communication, inclusivity and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a warehouse or distribution center
• Minimum 2 years of experience leading and managing teams
• Knowledge of efficient and safe warehousing practices
• Proficient computer skills
• Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish

Preferred:

• Ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Ability to motivate and inspire high performing teams
• Proven history of delivering detail oriented, accurate and organized results under pressure
• Demonstrates the desire and capacity to operate in an entrepreneurial, multi-task environment
• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

HAT WE OFFER?

• Real opportunities to grow your talent in a fast-moving, global organization
• A fun, open, and inclusive workplace that encourages innovative thinking
• Possibility to develop your language skills in our multilingual offices
• Opportunities for professional growth with access to training platforms
• Comprehensive benefits: competitive salary and performance-based bonuses, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) after one year of employment

Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that some individuals may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we're building an inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!