Warehouse Manager -

The primary location of this position is on-site in Cullowhee, NC.

The Warehouse Manager oversees the daily operation of the University’s warehouse in support of Facilities Management and Residential Living, ensuring the efficient receipt, storage, control, and distribution of housekeeping, maintenance, and construction supplies, tools, and equipment. This position manages a formal inventory control system, prepares inventory replenishment estimates for state contract purchases, verifies incoming shipments for accuracy and quality, and ensures timely fulfillment of departmental requisitions. The role also supervises warehouse staff and operations, maintains appropriate stock levels and rotation, and manages surplus or damaged property in accordance with state requirements. Work is performed with considerable independence and is evaluated based on operational efficiency, accuracy of inventory records, and the effective stewardship of facilities and materials.

Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Valid Driver’s License required.

$46,315

Permanent Full-Time

40

12

$35,880 - $100,808

For administrative purposes during the implementation of Career Banding this journey level position is considered a Salary Grade 70.

03/13/2026

03/26/2026

No

Applicants must apply online in order to be considered. Please include a list of three professional references (with complete contact information).An optional cover letter and resume may be attached.

All finalists will be asked to complete a basic knowledge assessment covering Microsoft Excel and practical warehouse-related scenarios.

PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.

Applicants must upload a DD-214 if claiming Veteran’s Preference.

If no applicants apply, who meet the required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities/Competencies and Training and Experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants.

All new hires into positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) will serve a 12 month probationary period as defined by the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR).

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.