Warehouse and Material Flow Improvement Manager Job at Florim USA in Clarksville

Location: Clarksville, TN (100% on-site)

Important: Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship .

About Florim USA

Florim USA, the American subsidiary of Florim Group, is a leading provider of porcelain tile solutions based in Clarksville, TN. We pride ourselves on our commitment to innovation, quality, and ecological mindfulness. With over two decades of experience, our facility stands as one of North America's largest and most technologically advanced porcelain manufacturing plants. At Florim USA, we're dedicated to producing sustainable, high-quality products while making a positive impact on society and the environment. Distributed under our MILE®stone brand, Florim USA proudly offers uniquely styled, Sustainable Tile, made in the USA, in over 2500 stores nationwide.

Position Summary

Florim USA is seeking a Warehouse & Material Flow Improvement Manager to lead continuous improvement initiatives across warehouse operations and material flow. This role is responsible for analyzing, designing, and implementing best-in-class warehouse processes, layouts, material handling systems, and operational workflows to improve efficiency, safety, throughput, and cost performance.

The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with hands-on leadership and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environment.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Lead improvement initiatives for inbound and outbound warehouse operations
• Analyze warehouse layouts, storage systems, picking and packing processes, and material handling equipment
• Design and implement facility layouts, slotting strategies, and material flow paths
• Improve space utilization, organization, labor productivity, order accuracy, on-time shipment preparation, and palletization practices
• Partner with Engineering to evaluate and implement material handling solutions, including conveyors, sortation systems, AGVs, and racking
• Define, track, and report key performance indicators (KPIs), including outbound units per man hour
• Work with Logistics and IT on WMS and YMS system changes and implementations
• Manage capital projects related to warehouse automation and infrastructure improvements
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and ergonomic standards
• Train and coach warehouse supervisors and team members on process improvements
• Spend time on the warehouse floor to support implementation and follow-up

Core Competencies:

• Process Improvement & Lean Methods: Applies lean and continuous improvement principles to warehouse operations
• Material Flow & Layout Design: Evaluates and designs warehouse layouts, slotting strategies, and flow paths
• Data & KPI Management: Defines, tracks, and uses performance metrics to drive decisions
• Warehouse Systems Knowledge: Working knowledge of WMS, YMS, and related process integrations
• Project Management: Plans and executes improvement and capital projects from start to finish
• Safety & Ergonomics Awareness: Ensures processes meet safety, health, and ergonomic standards
• Leadership & Collaboration: Coaches teams and works effectively with Engineering, Logistics, IT, and Operations

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field (master’s preferred)
• 5–8+ years of experience in warehouse operations, logistics, or production support
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and warehouse management systems
• Experience with warehouse automation technologies preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; SAP experience preferred
• Leadership experience training and supporting teams
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work on the warehouse floor and operate equipment in compliance with safety standards

Florim USA is proud to be a company committed to our employees' well-being and the well-being of the environment and communities in which we operate. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Florim USA is a drug-free workplace. All hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test. Florim USA provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, public assistance status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.