WAREHOUSING MANAGER

In the United States, Ariston is a leading manufacturer of premium, high efficiency, and high-quality heating and water heating solutions for residential and commercial applications in North America. Operating with brands including HTP, Ariston, NTI Boilers and American Standard Water Heaters, Ariston USA is headquartered in Providence, RI. with Sales and Distribution locations throughout the US. 
 

Ariston USA is part of Ariston Group, a global leader in sustainable thermal comfort that offers a unique, extensive range of solutions for climate comfort, water heating and air handling, as well as components and burners. Listed on Euronext Milan since November 2021, in 2024 the group reported over 2.6-billion-euro revenues, with over 10,000 employees, direct presence in 40 countries in 5 continents, 28 production sites and 28 research and development centers. The group demonstrates its commitment to sustainability through the development of renewable and high efficiency solutions, such as heat pumps, water heating heat pumps, hybrids, domestic ventilation, air handling and solar thermal systems. The group also stands out for its continuous investment in technological innovation, digitalization, and advanced connectivity solutions. The group operates under global strategic brands Ariston, Elco and Wolf, and brands such as Calorex, NTI, HTP, Atag, Brink, Chromagen, Racold, as well as Thermowatt and Ecoflam in the components and burners business.
 

The Warehousing Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations of Ariston Group’s primary and regional warehouses. This role is responsible for ensuring operational efficiency, accurate inventory management, and consistent communication across multiple locations. The Warehouse Manager will be a key leader in aligning warehouse execution with broader supply chain strategies, driving operational excellence, and ensuring customer satisfaction through reliable, compliant, and cost-effective warehouse management.

Key Responsibilities
•    Direct and oversee day-to-day warehouse operations across all regional facilities (inbound, outbound, inventory control, storage, order fulfillment).
•    Serve as the primary point of contact between warehouses, corporate supply chain leadership, and other business units.
•    Monitor and improve space utilization and warehouse saturation levels, coordinating overflow or external storage when required.
•    Lead and develop warehouse staff and supervisors across multiple sites; ensure staffing levels are appropriate to meet operational demand.
•    Establish, implement, and monitor standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency across all warehouses.
•    Manage communications and reporting across regional warehouses, ensuring visibility to order status, inventory accuracy, and operational KPIs.
•    Oversee coordination with 3PL providers and carriers, ensuring service level agreements are met.
•    Ensure compliance with company policies, OSHA, customs regulations, and import/export requirements.
•    Conduct regular business reviews with warehouse supervisors and regional managers to identify gaps and opportunities.
•    Drive continuous improvement initiatives: implement lean practices, streamline processes, and recommend automation or technology adoption.
•    Partner with IT and supply chain teams to optimize SAP functionality across locations.
•    Track and report KPIs: on-time shipments, fill rate, inventory accuracy, space utilization, and cost efficiency.
•    Support financial planning and control by managing warehouse budgets and monitoring cost drivers.
•    Provide support and communication for all Freight Brokers. 
•    Ensure exception management and escalation processes are clear and consistently followed across all facilities.
•    Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement across all warehouse teams.
•    Other jobs deemed necessary.     

Qualifications
•    Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or equivalent experience.
•    5+ years of experience in warehouse operations, with at least 3 years managing multiple warehouse facilities or regional operations.
•    Strong background in inventory management, freight coordination, and warehouse compliance.
•    Hands-on experience with SAP and/or WMS systems.
•    Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to collaborate across multiple regions and time zones.
•    Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
•    Microsoft Office Suite proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
•    Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop large, diverse teams.

Key Competencies
•    Regional leadership and multi-site coordination

•    Strategic planning and execution
•    Communication and stakeholder management
•    Analytical and process improvement mindset

•   Customer-centric operational management

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