Distribution Center - Area Supervisor

Position Purpose The DC Area Supervisor leads an hourly team and influences the entire distribution team to do the fast‑paced work required to run the distribution center as efficiently, safely and productively as possible. This role will handle management responsibilities for the team members under his/her supervision, ensuring prompt, efficient and accurate handling of merchandise, developing and implementing team goals. The role also includes hiring, evaluating, developing, disciplining and terminating hourly associates, responsible for a team of 20 to 30 hourly associates. Key Responsibilities 45% Managing Process: Ensures all operation procedures are followed effectively and recommends needed changes to Operations Manager and/or Assistant General Manager regarding standardized processes. 25% Coaching and Developing Associates: Guides associates in daily operations and monitors productivity, safety, service and quality. Provides training, coaching, feedback, and performs regular evaluations through factual data and observations. Resolves associate relation issues and undertakes hiring, compensation, discipline, and terminations in assigned department. Investigates operational errors to recommend corrective action. 15% Drives Results: Maintains inventory accuracy and control; reviews reports to identify areas of improvement for key metrics including productivity, accuracy, quality and expenses. 15% Business Planning: Coordinates and monitors operations with the functional area to ensure performance production rates are consistent with the business plan and pattern, reducing irregularities and damages. Reviews reports and business metrics to analyze and plan staffing needs for optimum department operations. Additional Responsibilities: Other duties as assigned by Operations Manager, Assistant General Manager or General Manager. Direct Manager/Direct Reports This position typically reports to the Operations Manager. This position oversees the direct supervision of the work activities of others, planning, monitoring, and reviewing the work of subordinates. It may include direct supervision of a shift or coordination of multiple work groups, and making recommendations concerning selection, termination, performance appraisal and professional development. Travel Requirements Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time. Physical Requirements Requires intermittent periods of continuous physical exertion such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward. Working Conditions Located in a comfortable indoor area; any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. Minimum Qualifications Must be eighteen years of age or older. Must be legally permitted to work in the United States. Flexibility to work various shifts. Ability to relocate. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Computer skills including Microsoft Office. Experience with Warehouse Management Systems. 3+ years of supervisory experience in a related field. Minimum Education High school diploma or GED. Preferred Education No additional education. Minimum Years Of Work Experience 2 years. Preferred Years Of Work Experience No additional years of experience. Minimum Leadership Experience None. Preferred Leadership Experience None. Certifications None. Competencies People Management: Assesses skills and manages the work and productivity of others while coaching and developing talent. Financial Acumen: Utilizes fundamental concepts of finance to assist with managing budgets, forecasting labor, and providing information to account for financial impact of decision making. Creative Thinking: Demonstrates originality and imagination while developing solutions to problems. Business Communication: Writes, speaks, and presents clearly and succinctly across various communication settings, adjusting style to the audience. Conflict Management: Views conflict as an opportunity to find common ground and gain cooperation from all parties; reads situations quickly, actively listens, and settles disagreements equitably. Operations Systems: Understands and uses systems and tools used for day‑to‑day operation of a facility; navigates the various DC operations systems to retrieve data accurately and effectively. #J-18808-Ljbffr