Distribution Center Manager Wilmington, OH
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Job Location:
Wilmington, DE - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At Polaris Inc. we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.
JOB SUMMARY:
Our Parts Garments and Accessories (PG&A) Polaris Distribution Center in Wilmington OH (60 miles from Cincinnati Columbus and Dayton areas) is looking for an Operations site manager. The Distribution Center Manager is the top leadership position having overall accountability for the distribution operation. This role is responsible for leading their team to manage all inbound & outbound operations for the facility. This includes maintaining and improving benchmark levels of safety quality customer delivery and cost. The role also works with broader DC network leadership team to improve customer experience and drive continuous improvement throughout the entire supply chain addition the DC Manager will be responsible for the development of direct reports and building a talent pipeline for the facility and broader organization.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operations:
Establish goals and strategy for the DC and drive alignment through your team to meet or exceed targets
Overall accountability for DCs safety quality productivity and lean goals
Provide leadership and direction to effectively manage P&L for the facility
Lead and coordinate activities across two campus buildings supporting three brands aligning site operations with organizational goals and a unified campus culture
Improve and maintain levels of safety quality delivery cost and continuous improvement throughout the facility
Establish continuous improvement/lean culture- change agent who can develop and motivate their team to higher levels of accomplishment
Partner with sales and corporate leadership teams to ensure high level of service to our customers
Lead direct reports to drive changes and improvements to standard operating procedures work instructions and other documented training
Support the ongoing efforts of Lean Management Operations within the facility including reiterating a 6S culture through ensuring the receiving docks are clean and organized
Lead process improvement projects through the use of prescribed methodologies and tools
Serve in community and lead community relations strategy for the facility
People:
Directly lead manage coach & develop your direct report leadership team in accordance with company policies and procedures
Ensure your leadership team has the training tools and support to effectively manage their individual teams
Manage staffing levels for the DC partnering with human resources to ensure current and future appropriate levels
Establish and maintain mentorship cross-training and development culture in facility
Conduct performance reviews and development for your leadership team with focus on talent succession
Responsible for interviewing selecting and hiring leadership staff in partnership with broader site leadership team
Establish and maintain a positive culture that drives accountability and team first mentality
Communicate to all levels of the organization on topics of site goals performance feedback departmental organization and company initiatives
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
Bachelors/4-year degree required preferably in Operations or Supply Chain Management Engineering or other related field; Masters degree preferred
8 years of progressive leadership experience required; prior experience leading a complex facility
Previous large scale distribution manufacturing or supply chain/operations experience required
Deep knowledge of distribution/warehousing: logistics fulfillment operations and facilities
Strong track record of leading leaders; developing talent and empowering them to be successful
Talented communicator capable of communicating complex messages to different levels of an organization with proven results
Strategic thinker with ability to be hands-on in the operation
Proven experience as a change agent and ability to establish a strong culture around continuous improvement safety quality and delivery
Ability to identify and understand complex issues analyze and compare data and draw conclusions as a result of analysis
Proven experience effectively communicating orally and written in both broad site and executive level environments
Ability to manage multiple projects and set priorities to complete individual and group tasks
Strong interpersonal skills to help build a cohesive team and facilitate the completion of team goals
High proficiency in Microsoft Office and other job-related applications
WORKING CONDITIONS
Working conditions are that of a standard distribution center
Some travel is required (up to 10%)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to stand walk and use hands to handle and reach for materials as well as communicate in a noisy environment
Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop kneel crouch or crawl
Required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds with a partner
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
To qualify for this position former employees must be eligible for rehire and current employees must be in good standing.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- AS400
- Lean
- Management Experience
- Maximo
- Warehouse Management
- Warehouse Experience
- Warehouse Distribution Experience
- Warehouse Management System
- Copywriting
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Logistics
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