Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc. · 12 hours ago
ASSISTANT WAREHOUSE MANAGER
Watertown, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expBassett Furniture Industries, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Warehouse Manager to support warehouse activities and ensure efficient in-home deliveries. The role involves supervising warehouse associates, overseeing daily operations, and maintaining inventory accuracy.
E-CommerceHome ServicesFurniture
Responsibilities
Learning to train and supervise warehouse furniture technicians and warehouse associates
Conducting performance reviews for all above-listed associates
Learning new programs and helping to shape the warehouse environment by setting, upholding, and reinforcing Bassett’s values, standards, and practices. Holds associates accountable to the same standards
Learning new programs and practices effectively and in a timely manner to support stores and customers, at the direction of the Regional Manager, Regional Operations Manager, and/or Warehouse Manager
Overseeing daily delivery operations to ensure showroom-quality furniture is delivered to customers
Being responsible and accountable for receiving, storage, counting, accuracy, movement, and security of inventory
Being responsible and accountable for the security of the building, delivery trucks, and service vehicles
Ensuring all safety and personal protective equipment is properly maintained and used by associates as required
Learning responsibility for complete safety training before any associate lifts or loads merchandise, drives, or operates company-owned vehicles or equipment
Maintaining standards for the warehouse (interior and exterior), offices, and company-owned vehicles, while adhering to safety and efficiency guidelines
Being responsible for maintenance of all company vehicles
Having or learning the ability to perform the work of a furniture technician or warehouse associate when necessary
Performing other related duties or special projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
At least 2 years of experience in warehouse operations with supervisory responsibilities
Valid driver's license and a maintained clear and safe driving record
Radio Frequency (RF) inventory scanning experience
Scheduling and routing software experience
Organizational and time management skills
Commitment to Bassett's Vision and Values at all times
Conflict and problem resolution skills
Ability to work in an organized and safety conscious manner
Ability to work within a team with an enthusiastic attitude
Ability to effectively communicate with customers, co-workers, and management
Ability to read, understand and write the English language
Ability to utilize Windows-based software, including Microsoft Word and Excel
Ability to understand technical aspects related to warehouse operations, purchasing, receiving, and inventory
Ability to work accurately with numbers, bar codes, and computer-generated worksheets
Ability to drive a company vehicle and maintain a valid driver's license with a good driving record
Ability to navigate and utilize applicable Bassett systems, such as STORIS, Bnet, Dispatch Track, BU Online, etc
Ability to occasionally lift and/or pull up to 70 pounds
Ability to occasionally bend or reach overhead
Ability to walk, stand, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, use and/or control tools, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk and hear, and see up close, in color, depth and distance vision, as well as the ability to focus
Company
Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc.
Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and marketer of high quality, mid to high end priced home furnishings.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Robert Spilman
President and Chief Executive Officer
Haynes King
Vice President - Dedicated Retail & Trade Sales
Recent News
2025-11-07
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