Warehouse Assistant Manager

Job Description

Job Description

*Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role.

DSG is seeking a Warehouse Assistant Manager in our Sioux Falls, SD location. In this full time, salaried position, work typically ranges between the hours of 8 am and 5pm, Monday through Friday , but may vary on occasion according to business needs. As a Warehouse Assistant Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the overall operations of the warehouse , including overseeing the day-to-day activities of warehouse staff and ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of warehouse processes. This role involves managing a small team (up to 5 employees), ensuring that operations meet quality standards, safety regulations, and company objectives. The Assistant Warehouse Manager will also collaborate with the Warehouse Manager and/or Branch Manager to implement improvements, enhance productivity, and maintain high operational standards.

At DSG, we are dedicated to building futures one job at a time. Starting with yours. As an ESOP, we are a community of peers, first and foremost. And we focus on cultivating an environment of respect, teamwork and growth. Where your career path is rich with possibilities. Where every success is shared. And where every challenge is overcome together. For more than a century, we’ve delivered more than supplies, we’ve offered true partnership and valuable solutions. By continuing to empower the future of our vendors and customers, we will empower a future of ongoing success for all of us.

A Typical Day in the Life of a Warehouse Assistant Manager at DSG:

• Oversees the daily operations of the warehouse to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of tasks.
• Directly supervise and provide guidance to up to 5 warehouse employees ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and accurately. This includes responsibility for carrying out the performance review process and disciplinary actions.
• Provide training, coaching, and support to employees to enhance their performance and professional development.
• Oversee the engagement of direct reports, understanding their work/career aspirations, and facilitating opportunities to upskill and advance.
• Direct relevant information/communication to direct reports.
• Participate in hiring process for staff within department, interviewing and recommending applicants for hire.
• Enforce safety protocols within the warehouse, ensuring a safe working environment for all employees. Promote safety awareness and adherence to safety regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operations challenges within the warehouse. Act as a point of contact for any operations issues that may arise and ensure they are addressed promptly.
• Recommend measures to improve warehouse operating efficiencies, working conditions, and overall performance whenever possible.
• Ensure necessary tools and equipment are available and in good working condition to complete tasks. Report any equipment issues to Branch/Warehouse Manager.
• Provide courteous, prompt, and efficient service to customers.
• Lead by example in promoting safety-conscious behavior, encouraging others to report safety concerns, and ensuring that all accidents/incidents are documented and reported promptly.
• Ensure all company procedures and policies are being followed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

A Successful Warehouse Assistant Manager Typically Has:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in warehouse operations, preferably with additional experience in a supervisory/leadership role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a small team of employees.
• Safety training on material handling and forklift driving.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.
• Physical ability to lift up to 60 lbs. on a regular basis, and up to 100 lbs. on an occasional basis.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to workplace safety.

At DSG, We Offer Benefits Built for You:

• We are proudly 100% employee owned , which means your hard work and decisions directly benefit not only the success of the organization, but also your individual Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) .
• We are highly committed to your training and development , offering personal and professional development opportunities and unlimited growth potential.
• We offer competitive compensation packages based on your experience and potential.
• You will receive generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Medical Leave (EML) allowances.
• Our comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision , also offers a multitude of other perks such as life insurance, short- and long-term disability , and a Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution , among many others.
• We know the importance of family, and offer various family planning and childcare savings opportunities, including paid parental leave , adoption assistance , infertility assistance , and a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) .
• Build your financial future through multiple retirement savings opportunities, including a 401(k) with employer match and ESOP .
• You will receive a discount on all DSG-supplied products .
• We believe in giving back to our communities and hope that you will too, which is why we offer paid volunteer hours in addition to PTO.