Manager, Distribution

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Job Description

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Responsible for the entire distribution center operation through supervisors. Responsible for overall warehouse distribution results as related to goals including objectives pertaining to training development and engagement of colleagues.

A day in the Life:

• Oversee supervisor activities and departmental performance in relation to goals using or creating internal reports for measurement and assessment of operational effectiveness. Areas of oversight include Receiving Put-Away Picking Packing Shipping and Inventory Control. Communicates with and holds supervisory and hourly colleagues accountable to policy process and performance standards.

• Leads in a manner that is consistent with our interpersonal culture which is based on four values: Integrity Intensity Innovation and Involvement and on open communication.

• Participates in the hiring process and recommends candidates for hire. Trains develops and coaches new and existing staff to deliver top-notch performance while promoting employee development creative thinking empowerment and two-way communication.

• Creative in finding opportunities for improvement. Resolves problems that prevent a timely and efficient handling of inbound and outbound orders. Makes recommendations regarding workflow and overtime when needed.

• Works with the Regional Distribution Area Manager to ensure total P&L goals and objectives are being met.

• Responsible for maintaining compliance with all regulatory and operational procedures.

• Interacts with MIS to ensure that all equipment is in proper working order.

Keys to Success:

Education

• High School Diploma/ GED required

• Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain or a related field is preferred

Experience

• 5 years of multidimensional management experience in a distribution operations environment required.

• 3 years people/ team leadership experience required.

• Strong understanding of operational safety and health requirements.

• Basic understanding of transportation related coordination and issue resolution.

• Basic knowledge of regulatory requirements including DOT and HAZMAT.

Knowledge Skills Abilities

• Practiced leadership and supervisory skills to lead coach and empower a large number of employees.

• Strong interpersonal skills to meet area performance objectives assist staff in prioritizing work and handle multiple projects with a customer bias.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to relate well to employees peers and various levels of management.

• Proven experience with performance management. Able to apply positive and negative feedback tactfully and appropriately.

• Developed analytical problem-solving skills to evaluate interpret information and procedures and understand and act on issue resolution.

• Ability to develop and deliver timely training related to warehouse operations including compliance training.

• Sound judgment and decision-making skills focus on continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Limited travel is required.

• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

• Ability to work in a warehouse environment without air conditioning.

• Covers supervisory absence and supports Site Leader with coverage.

Compensation and Benefits

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company team and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans and a national vision plan including health incentive programs

• Employee assistance and family support programs including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO) 10 paid holidays annually paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave) accident and life insurance and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

• Retirement and savings programs such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

• Employees Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

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Manager