SCFD Logistics and Warehouse Manager (Manager II)

County of Sarasota, FL

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Our Fire Department is seeking a Logistics & Warehouse Operations Manager II to lead the strategy and day-to-day operations of our centralized logistics and warehouse functions. In this role, you’ll oversee procurement, inventory management, vendor partnerships, and distribution of critical equipment and supplies that directly support emergency response, training, and daily operations. This is a key leadership position where your work ensures our teams are equipped, prepared, and ready to serve the community.

This position offers the opportunity to operate with a high level of autonomy as the department’s subject matter expert in logistics and warehouse operations. You’ll manage budgets, guide a dedicated team, and drive process improvements while ensuring compliance, accountability, and operational readiness. Your leadership will play a direct role in supporting firefighter safety and the success of emergency response efforts. Make a difference - apply today!

About the Position
In this role, you will be responsible for...

Operations, Strategy & Continuous Improvement

Lead all warehouse and logistics operations supporting emergency response and daily functions, including purchasing, receiving, inventory control, and distribution.

Oversee inventory strategy (forecasting, stocking levels, lifecycle planning) while ensuring operational readiness and continuity during large-scale incidents.

Develop and track performance metrics, while identifying and implementing process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

Financial Management, Compliance & Risk

Manage budgets, expenditures, and forecasting for warehouse operations, ensuring strong cost control and alignment with financial goals.

Oversee billing, inventory valuation, procurement planning, and capital replacement strategies.

Ensure compliance with financial, safety, and audit standards while identifying and mitigating operational and financial risks.

Team Leadership & Development

Lead, coach, and develop warehouse staff, including scheduling, performance management, and training.

Align staffing levels with operational demand while fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.

Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination

Manage relationships with vendors, suppliers, and internal partners, including procurement activities, contract oversight, and service delivery.

About the Schedule
Work Hours:

Full-time, 40 hours per week.

Typical Schedule: Monday - Friday, 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.

As a reminder, all county employees are considered essential and must be prepared to protect and support the community and its citizens. Each employee, without exception, will have a duty assignment and be required to work during a disaster or declared emergency.

About You
To be considered for this role, you must have the following:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields: Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics Management, Public Administration, Operations Management, Finance or Accounting, Industrial Management, or a closely related field and 4+ years of related work experience.

OR: An equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience may be considered, such as: (1) an Associate degree and 6+ years of job-related experience or (2) 8+ years of significant management-level logistics experience.

2+ years of supervisory experience required.

Valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.

NOTE: 30 college credits are considered equivalent to one year of college.

The ideal candidate has the following knowledge, skills, and/or abilities:

Please note that these are not requirements but bonuses for your consideration.

Master’s degree in one of the following fields: Business Administration (MBA), Public Administration (MPA), Supply Chain Management, Operations, or Organizational Leadership.

Professional Certifications: Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) / Certified Logistics Technician (CLT), Project Management Professional (PMP), Public-sector procurement certifications (e.g., NIGP).

Ability to lead complex warehouse and supply chain operations while thinking strategically - balancing day-to-day execution with long-term planning, emergency readiness, and continuous improvement.

Strong understanding of budgeting, cost control, forecasting, and inventory valuation, with the ability to use data and metrics to guide decisions, improve efficiency, and ensure fiscal accountability.

Proven ability to lead and develop teams while effectively coordinating with vendors, internal partners, and leadership - building relationships, driving accountability, and maintaining high service standards.

Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment for a period of five years.

CJIS Clearance: The successful candidate will be subject to an extensive background check(s) as part of the hiring process.

Physical Demands: Employees in this role must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs.

About Everything Else
Starting Pay Range: $77,105.60 – $85,009.60

Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).

How to Apply

APPLY TODAY: https://scgov.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SCGOV/job/SCFD-Logistics-and-Warehouse-Manager--Manager-II-_R20711

Job Details

Salary
DOQ/E
Job Function
Other Entry to Mid-Level
Position Type
Full Time

County of Sarasota

Address

1660 Ringling Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34236-6808
United States

Population
434,006
Form of Government
County Council-Administrator/Manager

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