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Receiving Manager

Stew Leonards


Job Location:

Danbury, CT - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 84823 - 104397
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Receiving Manager Danbury Full Time Salaried Salary Range: $84823 - $104397 depending on qualifications and experiencePosition Description:Oversee the activities of the Receiving Department within a single retail location. Supervise and coordinate the efforts of the Receiving team in order to support Sales/Operations with respect to product fulfillment and the supply chain. Manage the intake and transfer processes in order to efficiently supply the freshest and highest quality product to Stew Leonards Customers. Ensure that the team members assigned within the warehouse enjoy the safest working environment day-to-day:Lead execute and monitor inbound and outbound receiving processes to company standards including dock security inbound transfer processing direct-to-store shipments supply deliveries refuse and recycling initiatives. Daily upkeep and organization of a fully operational warehouse and distribution facility. Prioritize and orchestrate the activities of various warehouse personnel in order to meet daily weekly and fiscal objectives. Inspect and document the physical condition of the warehouse material handling equipment and take corrective action when necessary. Plan develop and implement warehouse safety and security principles. Actively survey and assess his/her respective location in an effort to ensure a proactive approach in reducing the probability of injury and/or loss/damage of Stew Leonards assets. Assist Human Resources with respect to interviewing selection and training of new warehouse team members. Adhere to departmental budgets with focus on expenses and labor. Confer and build partnerships with Operations/Sales in an effort to manage resources and provide the most efficient level of support. Ensure that all reports maintain certifications as defined by internal State and Federal guidelines. Verifies and keeps records of incoming and outgoing shipments. Compares identifying information and counts weights of incoming and outgoing shipments to verify information against bills of lading invoices orders or other records. Inspect products upon intake and ascertain if product meets Company Local and State requirements related to Customs Health Sanitation and COOL mandates. Participate in overall store accurate inventories- daily and monthlyMonitor and analyze key warehouse performance indicators including error rates pick rates inventory turnover and other warehouse metrics to identify trends improve efficiency and drive operational inventory control processes including cycle counts inventory accuracy and shrink reduction while ensuring inventory records remain accurate and up to and allocate labor and shift schedules based on anticipated inbound and outbound demand ensuring staffing levels align with operational needs and business proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS) and barcode tracking technology to maintain accurate inventory records monitor product movement and support efficient warehouse labor costs including overtime (OT) and implement strategies to control expenses while maintaining appropriate staffing levels and operational and maintain a positive work environment that supports employee engagement development and retention while addressing concerns and identifying opportunities to improve team morale and you bring to the team:Excellent customer serviceAbility to work in a team environment5 10 years of experience and knowledge of receiving warehouse supply chain and logistics concepts Familiar with material handling equipment with respect to operation and safetyKnowledge of corresponding health and sanitation codes ( i.e. COOL)Proficiency in the use of Excel Word Great Plains and other proprietary applications (Transfer and labor reporting)Strong verbal and written communication skillsSound decision making and analytical skillsIntroduce labor reducing equipment and to work effectively under staff and labor constraintsStrong leadership and direction to warehouse team members establish clear expectations promote accountability and foster a productive and collaborative work of warehouse management systems (WMS) and/or implementation of Conditions:This position requires frequent standing walking and occasional pulling pushing squatting reaching and lifting with a maximum of 60lbsThis position requires occasional exposure to cramped or confined spaces and noiseTime split between office work and dock/warehouse temperature in the department is colder than room temperature due to products being highly perishable Due to regional climate the receiving doc may be colder than room temperature as the dock doors open frequently to accept deliveriesThe noise in the department may generally be above a normal level due to the HVAC system In addition to top-tier pay we offer a comprehensive total compensation package that includes:Significant Bonus Potential: Earn a substantial annual bonus based on your performance and the companys successExceptional Insurance Benefits: Access affordable and comprehensive insurance coverage for yourself and your Your Future: Plan for retirement with our robust 401(k) savings plan featuring a generous company match to help your investments Management Retirement Plan: Benefit from our exclusive Management Retirement Plan which includes both profit-sharing and a company contribution further enhancing your long-term financial Your Life Outside of Work: Enjoy paid time off to help you achieve a healthy and fulfilling work-life your Growth: We are committed to your professional growth through our educational assistance program and we provide ongoing training initiatives to support your further development and advancement within the company.

Required Experience:

Manager


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