Assistant Warehouse Manager

Job overview

The Assistant Warehouse Manager role is onsite in Grand Rapids, MI. Compensation is not specified. Chow Hound's mission is to offer pet products, help pet parents, and give back to the communities it serves. The assistant manager supports daily distribution center operations so retail stores receive products accurately and efficiently. By coordinating warehouse staff, inventory, shipping, receiving, and safe facility practices, the role helps maintain reliable store replenishment and operational performance.

What you'll do

• Assist with shipping, receiving, inventory, maintenance, and employee scheduling
• coordinate training for warehouse employees
• oversee warehouse associates and support the Warehouse Supervisor
• process store orders and prepare pick-and-pack lists
• verify incoming deliveries and document discrepancies
• operate forklifts and cherry pickers
• maintain stock rotation and inventory accuracy
• keep the warehouse clean and safe
• identify process improvements and communicate with other departments.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

assistant warehouse manager

warehouse operations

distribution center

inventory management

shipping and receiving

staff training

forklift

grand rapids mi

chow hound

pet products

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health insurance
• paid time off
• advancement opportunities
• flexible scheduling
• employee discounts
• free pet food program.

Why this role

Warehouse equipment includes forklifts and cherry pickers; physical duties include repeated lifting, pushing, and pulling of products up to 50 pounds.

About the employer

Chow Hound is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other General Merchandise Retailers. Sector: 45.