Logistics Warehouse Operations Manager Jobs in Tennessee

Position Summary
The Logistics Center Manager is responsible for overseeing end-to-end operations of the
logistics center, including ISO Tank Yard operations, equipment management, warehouse
management, transportation coordination, inventory control, safety compliance, staffing,
and KPI performance. This role ensures safe and compliant handling of ISO tanks and
related equipment while driving operational excellence through strong field leadership,
process standardization, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities
1. ISO Tank Yard & Equipment Management
- Oversee daily ISO Tank Yard operations including receiving, storage, inspection, staging, and dispatch of ISO tanks.
- Ensure proper yard layout control, tank positioning, and traceability.
- Manage equipment such as yard tractors, ISO Tank, Chassis, forklifts, reach stackers, and related handling equipment.
- Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are implemented and documented.
- Monitor tank condition, damage reporting, cleaning status, and regulatory compliance.
- Coordinate with cleaning vendors, inspection agencies, and maintenance providers.
- Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations.
2. Warehouse Operations
- Lead inbound, storage, picking, packing, shipping, and returns operations.
- Develop and execute operational plans to meet service level and productivity targets.
- Ensure SOP compliance and continuous process improvement.
- Optimize warehouse and yard space utilization.
3. Transportation Management
- Oversee inbound and outbound transportation scheduling.
- Coordinate with carriers, brokers, and internal stakeholders for timely dispatch.
- Monitor freight performance including OTIF.
- Manage transportation documentation and compliance.
- Investigate transportation incidents and implement corrective actions.
4. Inventory & Asset Control
- Maintain high inventory accuracy for warehouse stock and yard assets.
- Establish location control policies for warehouse and yard inventory.
- Manage tracking of ISO tanks, equipment assets, and related documentation.
- Conduct regular cycle counts and yard audits.
- Investigate discrepancies and damages.
5. Workforce & Leadership
- Manage warehouse, yard, and operational staff.
- Build and promote a strong safety culture.
- Coach and develop supervisors and frontline employees.
- Ensure effective communication across shifts and departments.
6. KPI & Cost Management
- Monitor KPIs including productivity, yard dwell time, tank turnaround time, OTIF, and labor efficiency.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities in yard operations and transportation.
- Manage operational budgets and vendor contracts.
7. Safety, Security & Regulatory Compliance
- Enforce safety policies for heavy equipment and tank handling.
- Ensure yard traffic control and accident prevention measures.
- Maintain compliance with OSHA, DOT, environmental, and company policies.
- Lead incident investigations and corrective action plans.
8. WMS / System & Reporting
- Manage WMS-driven warehouse operations.
- Ensure accurate system tracking for ISO tanks and yard inventory.
- Maintain master data integrity.
- Generate and analyze operational reports.

Required Qualifications (Must-Have)
- 5+ years of logistics / warehouse operations experience including yard or heavy equipment operations.
- 2+ years of site-level leadership experience.
- Strong knowledge of yard management and transportation coordination.
- Experience with WMS and/or Yard Management Systems (YMS).
- Strong understanding of operational KPIs and cost control.
- Knowledge of OSHA and transportation safety regulations.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel required).

Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Have)
- Experience managing ISO tanks, bulk liquid logistics, or industrial yard operations.
- Experience in chemical, bulk liquid, or hazardous material logistics.
- Experience managing preventive maintenance programs.
- Korean proficiency preferred for communication with HQ and partners.
- Experience in international or cross-border tank logistics.
Business Hours: Mon–Fri 08:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, AD&D, 401K, PTO, Paid Holidays