Warehouse Operations Manager Jobs in Tennessee
Warehouse Operations Manager jobs in Tennessee are consistently active, driven by the state's deep concentration in distribution, automotive manufacturing, and consumer goods logistics, with openings available from team-lead-level supervisors stepping into management through senior regional operations roles. Nashville, Memphis, and Chattanooga anchor most of the hiring, where employers like Amazon, FedEx, and Bridgestone maintain large distribution and fulfillment operations that generate recurring demand. The most in-demand specialties are inventory control, last-mile fulfillment management, and lean/continuous improvement operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Director of Warehouse Operations
Reports to: VP of Operations
Direct Reports: Warehouse & Facilities Manager
Indirect Reports: Warehouse Coordinator
Location: UberDisplays Warehouses – 640 & 650 Myatt Drive, Madison, TN 37115
Status: Full-time, on-site
Pay Range: $85,000–$110,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications
Position Summary
The Director of Warehouse Operations provides strategic and operational leadership for all warehouse and inventory functions. This role ensures organizational accountability for inventory, optimizes warehouse operations, establishes and enforces policies and procedures, maintains all warehouse equipment, ensures safety & health compliance with TOSHA and OSHA standards, and drives process improvements across the warehouse. This is a working warehouse, not just storage. It receives container loads of stock LED display products, prepares large and heavy product for customer shipment, and operates alongside the Service Department’s full-service Repair Center. This role collaborates with project management, service, sales, and finance teams to support operational excellence, inventory accuracy, and reporting that impacts the bottom line. This is an in-person role that requires the successful candidate to be on site, working alongside their team to execute and provide accountability in all functions within the scope of the role.
Key Responsibilities
Inventory Oversight & Accountability
- Hold full accountability for warehouse inventory at both facilities, from receiving through issue to installation and service crews.
- Provide executive and cross-functional visibility into stock levels, availability, and critical inventory metrics.
- Collaborate with Finance to maintain accurate reporting on inventory valuation, usage, and cost impact.
- Build, maintain, and optimize inventory reporting and KPIs, including inventory accuracy, cycle count completion, shrink, and stockouts.
- Lead warehouse inventory audits, including cycle counts and physical counts, and implement corrective measures as needed.
- Manage inventory of spare parts, components, and tools in partnership with the Service Department’s Repair Center, so parts are available when repairs and field service need them.
Stock LED Display Products & Fulfillment
- Own receiving, storage, and fulfillment of UberDisplays’ stock LED display product lines.
- Prepare and optimize the warehouse to receive full container loads, including scheduling deliveries, unloading, inspecting, and putting away product.
- Organize storage of large, heavy display products so they are safe, accessible, and ready to pull, with the racking, layout, and handling equipment they require.
- Establish and maintain dedicated operational space for packaging, repackaging, and staging product to customer shipment-ready condition.
- Ensure proper equipment and handling procedures are in place to move, package, and load large display products safely and without damage.
Strategic Warehouse Operations & Technology
- Lead planning and optimization of warehouse layout, space utilization, and workflows across both facilities.
- Own the warehouse inventory and maintenance systems (currently MaintainX), and propose, implement, and optimize software or technological tools to improve inventory tracking, reporting, and operational efficiency.
- Oversee receiving, storage, staging, and outbound operations, partnering with the Logistics Coordinator on shipping and freight.
- Develop and manage the warehouse operating budget, including equipment, supplies, and capital requests.
- Manage vendor relationships for warehouse equipment, service, and supplies.
- Oversee warehouse facility upkeep, repairs, and building-service vendors at 640 and 650 Myatt Drive through the Warehouse & Facilities Manager, coordinating with the Office Coordinator on shared and office spaces.
Team Leadership & Delegation
- Directly manage the Warehouse & Facilities Manager, delegating day-to-day operational responsibilities while ensuring accountability.
- Work hands-on alongside the warehouse crew in receiving, staging, loading, and material handling, leading by example on safe work practices.
- Recruit, develop, and train warehouse personnel on policies, procedures, inventory systems, and operational best practices.
- Collaborate with the Project Management and Service Department leadership to ensure Installation and Service Technicians are trained on warehouse procedures and inventory protocols.
Equipment Maintenance & Safety
- Maintain all warehouse equipment, including preventive maintenance, inspections, and record-keeping.
- Ensure warehouse operations comply with OSHA/TOSHA standards, company policies, and applicable regulations, including Hazard Communication and powered industrial truck (forklift) requirements.
- Lead safety training, enforce safe material-handling procedures, and promote a culture of safety.
- Serve on the Safety Management Committee and own completion of warehouse-related corrective actions.
- Lead investigations of warehouse incidents and near misses, and implement preventive measures.
Policies & Procedures
- Establish, maintain, and continuously improve all warehouse policies, protocols, and operational procedures.
- Ensure warehouse procedures are documented in the company SOP library and reviewed at least annually.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of warehouse or inventory management experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role.
- Demonstrated success implementing inventory, WMS, or CMMS systems and building operational reporting.
- Working knowledge of OSHA general industry standards for warehousing, including powered industrial trucks, Hazard Communication, and walking-working surfaces.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365, particularly Excel.
- Ability to operate forklifts and other powered material-handling equipment.
- Must obtain OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification and forklift operator certification within 90 days of hire, if not already held.
Preferred
- Certified forklift trainer.
- Experience receiving container shipments and handling large, heavy, or high-value product.
- ASCM/APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP).
- Experience in a project-based, custom fabrication, or exhibit/display environment.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Work on site and hands-on in a warehouse environment with exposure to temperature variation, noise, and moving equipment.
- Stand, walk, bend, and climb for extended periods, and regularly lift and move up to 50 lbs.
- Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Occasionally work outside normal hours to support project deadlines and peak demand.
Equal Opportunity Employer
UberDisplays is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Pay: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in warehouse operations manager jobs across Tennessee.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, or business administration preferred by most Tennessee employers
- Three or more years of warehouse supervisory or operations management experience required
- Demonstrated proficiency with warehouse management systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Manhattan
- Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certification valued across Tennessee distribution employers
- OSHA 30-hour general industry certification commonly expected for Tennessee warehouse leadership roles
- Forklift operator certification or demonstrated experience overseeing certified lift equipment teams
Warehouse Operations Manager Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a warehouse operations manager in Tennessee?
Tennessee does not require a state-issued license to work as a warehouse operations manager, so the path runs through experience and credentials rather than a licensing board. Most Tennessee employers look for a bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, or operations management, combined with progressively responsible warehouse or distribution experience. Earning a Lean or Six Sigma certification and an OSHA 30-hour card strengthens a candidacy considerably across the state's manufacturing and fulfillment corridors.
How much do warehouse operations managers make in Tennessee?
Warehouse operations managers in Tennessee earn a median of about $100,740 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $55,420 for the lowest 10% to over $181,680 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire warehouse operations managers in Tennessee?
Employers hiring warehouse operations managers in Tennessee right now include GEODIS, Quantix, and NextPower, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Tennessee's role as a major logistics and automotive manufacturing hub means demand is distributed across both large national distributors and regional industrial employers throughout the state.
Which Tennessee cities have the most warehouse operations manager jobs?
Lebanon, Nashville, and Jackson have the most warehouse operations manager openings in Tennessee. Memphis drives significant volume as one of the country's largest freight and logistics hubs anchored by FedEx's global headquarters, while Nashville's rapid growth in e-commerce fulfillment and Chattanooga's automotive and manufacturing corridor each sustain steady ongoing demand for operations leadership.
Are there remote warehouse operations manager jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, but they're rare. Warehouse operations management is an inherently on-site role requiring direct oversight of staff, equipment, and physical inventory, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 0% of warehouse operations manager openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be multi-site or regional director-level roles where coordination and reporting responsibilities can be handled off-floor.
How can I get hired as a warehouse operations manager in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving up from a shift supervisor or lead associate role inside a Tennessee distribution center, which large employers like Amazon and FedEx hire for continuously across their Memphis and Nashville facilities. Earning an OSHA 30-hour card and a Lean or Six Sigma yellow belt certification before applying makes a candidate stand out. Adjacent roles in inventory control, logistics coordination, or production scheduling at Tennessee manufacturers also serve as recognized stepping stones into operations management.
Where can I find and apply to warehouse operations manager jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to warehouse operations manager jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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