Steel City · 1 day ago
Assistant Warehouse Manager
Pittsburgh, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expSteel City is a company focused on efficient warehouse operations, and they are seeking a Warehouse Assistant Manager to support daily execution and ensure inventory accuracy. This role involves hands-on leadership, managing workflow, training staff, and maintaining high packaging standards.
ApparelE-CommerceFashionRetail
Responsibilities
Execute daily fulfillment operations (pick/pack/ship)
Ensure orders ship accurately, on time, and to brand standards
Monitor workflow and work proactively with the manager to adjust staffing or priorities
Assist with receiving inbound inventory and checking counts
Maintain accurate inventory levels in systems (Shopify / WMS)
Execute cycle counts and full inventory audits
Flag discrepancies, shortages, or damaged goods immediately
Help ensure inventory is stored, labeled, and organized correctly
Help train, onboard, and support warehouse staff
Act as point-person when manager is unavailable
Reinforce SOPs, workflows, and expectations on the floor
Provide feedback on performance, process gaps, and staffing needs
Keep morale steady during busy seasons
Support execution of elevated packaging standards
Ensure inserts, packaging materials, and presentation are correct
Monitor supplies and flag reorders before shortages occur
Help test and implement new packaging or workflow improvements
Follow established SOPs consistently
Help identify inefficiencies or recurring issues
Execute process changes designed by manager
Document minor SOP updates or notes as needed
Provide daily status updates to manager: What shipped, What didn’t, What’s stuck, What needs attention
Flag problems early (inventory, staffing, system issues)
Coordinate with retail, e-comm, or production teams as needed
Qualification
Required
2–5 years in warehouse, fulfillment, or operations roles
Experience with inventory systems or e-commerce fulfillment
Comfortable with basic tech/tools (Shopify, scanners, spreadsheets)
Strong communication and follow-through
Ability to lift, move, and work on your feet as needed
Preferred
Prior lead, supervisor, or assistant manager experience
Company
Steel City
Steel City is an online e-commerce platform that sells fashion products and apparel.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$12.24M2022-01-05Series Unknown
2021-10-08Series Unknown· $12.24M
Leadership Team
Brandon Grbach
Founder
Recent News
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