Parts Warehouse Operations Manager

Job Description:

Join our Team: Parts Warehouse Operations Manager
Rancho Cucamonga, CA

The Parts Warehouse Operations Manager plays a key leadership role, responsible for the management of all parts warehousing and transportation functions in our largest West Coast warehouse site.  This role continuously collaborates with our 3PL partners and global warehouse operations team, offering guidance with prioritization to improve overall operational performance and compliance.  The position focuses on collaborative teamwork to deliver solutions that meet customer requirements, assess inventory planning strategies, and improve business processes while ensuring timely project completion.  This role is expected to be on-site at the facility at least 80% of the time.

What you’ll do

Warehouse Management/Cost

• Manage California site 3PL operations and coordinate with internal teams to achieve KPI targets across warehouse inbound/outbound, quality, and transportation performance.
• Oversee inventory management processes that meet audit and financial accuracy requirements.
• Lead Quality and 5S improvement initiatives to strengthen warehouse performance.
• Partner with Customer Service to prioritize and resolve backlog orders and lift-out-of-service (LOS) parts.
• Conduct operational audits across all warehouse processes and drive timely corrective actions.
• Deliver Annual Operating Plan (AOP) commitments, including SG&A and transportation cost targets.
• Ensure compliance with company health, safety, HR, ethics, and policy standards.
• Act as the escalation point for commercial operations centers and sales affiliates on operational and transportation issues.

Logistics

• Lead the Parts Transportation strategy, reducing waste and improving customer experience.
• Monitor transportation performance and implement corrective actions.
• Develop procedures that enhance service, reduce cost, and improve total cost to serve.
• Identify and apply industry best practices while driving process improvements with 3PL partners and customer‑support functions.

Global Collaboration

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support operational goals and drive alignment.
• Promote safe work practices and ensure adherence to safety standards.
• Lead improvement initiatives, managing project timelines and milestones.
• Use WMS and data tools to identify bottlenecks and support continuous improvement.
• Analyze warehouse processes and methods to support strategic planning and long‑term optimization.
• Evaluate new technologies and integrate solutions aligned with strategic objectives.
• Develop and improve warehouse processes, ensuring staff are trained in operational standards and safety procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Willingness to travel (approximately 15%-20%)

What you’ll bring

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, preferably in Operations, Logistics, or Supply Chain.

Experience

• 3–4 years of experience managing large warehouse operations, including complex in‑house activities and 3PL partnerships in a global environment.
• Experience improving and standardizing warehouse and transportation processes.
• Strong leadership skills with a consistent ability to hold teams accountable and drive performance.
• Proven success working in a fast‑paced, adaptable environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for influencing a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, including root‑cause analysis and process improvement.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage tight timelines.
• Demonstrated capability in continuous improvement and lean concepts such as 5S, Kaizen, and value‑stream mapping.
• Experience optimizing warehouse operations, inventory management, and workflow efficiency.
• Ability to engage, motivate, and develop high‑performing teams.
• Skilled at working across cultures and varying levels of business maturity.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials, transportation regulations, and packaging best practices (preferred).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing execution systems and warehouse management systems.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners and communicate technical or project information to leadership.

Skills

• Strong presentation and influencing skills.
• Effective project‑management capabilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Proficient in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Leadership skills
• Teamwork skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills

Salary: The salary range for this position is $135,900 - 166,100 USD. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a performance bonus. All eligible Team Members will be offered health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx), life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), short-term and long-term disability, extended leave options, paid time off, company holidays, 401k matching, employee stock purchase plan, legal assistance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and discount programs. 

Why Join Us

• Tangible Impact: Your work will directly control multi-ton industrial machinery in the real world.

• Growth Opportunity: Work alongside experienced engineers on challenging robotics problems.

• We are a global company, and our culture is defined by our Values — Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Check out this video! The Terex purpose

• Safety is an absolute way of life. We expect all team members to prioritize safety and commit to Zero Harm.

• Our top priority is creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels safe, supported, and valued.

• We make a positive impact by providing innovative solutions, engaging our people, and operating in a sustainable way.

• We are committed to helping team members reach their full potential.

• Through innovation and collaboration, our vision remains forward-looking, and we aim to be a catalyst for change, inspiring others to build a better world for generations.

• We offer competitive salaries, Team Member bonus, healthcare, paid holidays, 401K, life insurance, LinkedIn Learning.

• For more information on why Terex is a great place to work click on the link! Careers | Terex Corporate

If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

About Terex:

Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential.

We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment.

With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders.

For more information, please visit www.terex.com.

Additional Information:

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact.  We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce.  Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship.  Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members.  To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability.  You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) at Globaltalentacquisitions@terex.com. 

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.