Director Warehousing

WHO WE ARE

KNAPP brings new technology to warehouse automation. 

The KNAPP Group is a global provider of intelligent automation solutions for intralogistics and manufacturing, specializing in the sectors healthcare, fashion/apparel, general retail, food retail, industry and service. We live and breathe automation. We – more than 8,000 employees of the KNAPP Group in over 60 locations worldwide, shaping the future-oriented industry of intralogistics are dedicated to making complexity simple. 

One of KNAPP’s primary goals is to use continuous innovation to drive warehouse automation forward, always with the specific needs of the customers in mind. KNAPP Group’s unrelenting development activity is evident in everything from automated order picking systems and continuing refinement of container handling technology to its state-of-the-art, industry leading software solutions.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

The Director Warehousing is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational excellence, and continuous improvement of the company’s warehousing operations. This role oversees all warehouse functions with primary responsibility for receiving, storing, and shipping spare parts, installation materials, and project return goods.

The position also has accountability for installation tools and equipment, trade show and show‑booth assets, and facility management storage. The Director ensures the warehousing organization effectively supports installation execution, service performance, trade show readiness, and overall business growth while maintaining high standards of safety, accuracy, scalability, and cost control.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Planning

• Develop and execute the warehousing strategy aligned with Global Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Installations, Service, Safety, and Marketing.
• Lead capacity planning, warehouse layout design, and space optimization across diverse storage, staging, and kitting areas.

Operational Oversight

• Oversee daily and long‑term operations for: 
  • Spare-Parts warehousing and fulfillment
  • Installation Materials storage, staging, and kitting
  • Installation Tools and equipment management
  • Trade show booths, structures, displays, and marketing assets
  • Facility management materials and storage
• Ensure efficient and accurate receiving, put‑away, picking, kitting, shipping, and asset control processes.
• Establish, implement, and enforce standardized operating procedures (SOPs) across all warehouse functions.

People & Organization Management

• Lead, develop, and coach warehouse managers and supervisory staff.
• Foster a safety‑first, accountable, and performance‑driven culture.
• Define clear roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations within the warehousing organization.

Performance, Cost & Continuous Improvement

• Own and manage warehouse KPIs covering service levels, inventory accuracy, asset utilization, productivity, and cost performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, standardization, and scalability.
• Manage operating budgets and support CapEx planning for equipment, systems, automation, and infrastructure.

Systems, Compliance & Asset Control

• Ensure effective use of warehouse management and asset tracking systems.
• Maintain compliance with safety regulations, internal controls, and company policies.
• Ensure proper tracking, storage, readiness, and stewardship of tools, trade show assets, and company equipment.

WHAT YOU HAVE

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in warehousing or logistics.
• Proven experience managing complex warehouse operations supporting installation projects, service parts, and specialized assets.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and cross‑functional communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with trade show logistics, equipment management, or project‑based material flows.
• Background in continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, or similar).

Key Success Factors

• Strong balance of strategic thinking and hands‑on operational execution
• High inventory and asset accuracy across diverse material types
• Effective cross‑functional collaboration
• Disciplined cost, space, and capacity management
• Scalable mindset to support future business growth

Working Conditions and Environment

• Authorization to work in the United States
• Passport or ability to obtain a passport
• Professional office and operational conduct required at all times
• Travel required: 5-10%
• Physical requirements include sitting, standing, walking, reaching, visual acuity, speaking, and lifting up to 75 pounds

WHAT YOU WILL GET

KNAPP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other basis protected by law. 

Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, strict adherence to KNAPP’s drug-free workplace policy is required. All candidates will be subject to drug-screening in accordance with the policy and will be expected to remain drug-free during their employment. There will be no exception if recreational or medical use of marijuana is permitted in the location of employment and/or residence or if use of marijuana is only during “off-hours.”