Receiving Specialist

Category/Area of Expertise: Distribution Job Requisition: 545453 Address: USA-ME-South Portland-54 Hemco Road Store Code: DC 01 Management (5106323) ADUSA Distribution is the distribution company of Ahold Delhaize USA, providing distribution services to one of the largest grocery retail supply chains in the nation. ADUSA Distribution fosters a culture that inspires and empowers our associates to always deliver exceptional service and value. Our team is supporting the supply chain network evolution to an integrated self-distribution model of the future, serving leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. To learn more about our company and the other supply chain companies of Ahold Delhaize USA, visit Position Summary As the Inventory & Receiving Manager, you will be at the heart of our supply chain-ensuring inventory moves accurately, safely, and efficiently from arrival to distribution. This role is ideal for a hands-on operational leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, builds strong teams, and turns complexity into execution. You’ll oversee inventory and receiving operations, lead a team of supervisors and associates, and partner across campus departments to deliver outstanding service to our retail partners and customers. Your leadership will directly influence productivity, safety, cost control, and continuous improvement. What You’ll Do Operational Leadership Lead and manage supervisors responsible for day-to-day inventory and receiving operations. Ensure production standards are consistently met or exceeded while maintaining accuracy and safety. Align staffing and scheduling with inbound and outbound volume demands. Partner with Transportation, Shipping, and campus departments to ensure the timely, safe, and accurate movement of product. Act as the primary operational point of contact for inventory and receiving under the direction of the Campus Manager. People Development & Accountability Build, develop, and inspire a high-performing, engaged workforce. Hire, train, coach, and develop supervisors and associates at all levels. Conduct performance planning, coaching, evaluations, and disciplinary actions as needed. Serve as a mentor, coach, and trainer for supervisors and trainees progressing through the DLOT curriculum. Communicate company values, goals, policies, and initiatives clearly and consistently. Continuous Improvement & Lean Leadership Serve as a change agent, driving lean education, adoption, and sustainability within assigned operations. Aggressively identify and eliminate waste and inefficiencies. Target improvement opportunities that enhance throughput, reduce cost, and improve the working environment. Foster a continuous improvement mindset, encouraging associate-driven ideas and innovation. Safety, Quality & Compliance Champion a culture of safety, ensuring compliance with all safety policies and procedures. Minimize workplace accidents and injuries through proactive leadership and accountability. Hold associates accountable for delivering the highest quality product to our customers. Performance, Reporting & Financial Stewardship Manage labor costs while improving productivity and operational efficiency. Plan, develop, and execute budget and operational goals. Provide accurate, timely reporting and insights to the Campus Manager and leadership team. Recommend and implement process and procedural improvements that drive measurable results. What You Bring Required Qualifications 3-5 years of management experience, preferably in a distribution or warehouse environment Strong understanding of inventory and receiving operations Familiarity with WMS and supporting systems (RF, voice selection, etc.) Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) High school diploma or equivalent (college degree or equivalent experience preferred) Certified on powered industrial equipment (where applicable) Ability to work across all shifts and weekends as needed What Makes You Stand Out Proven ability to communicate strategy and expectations in a clear, motivating way Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a bias toward action Track record of building engaged, high-performing teams Excellent written, verbal, and customer service communication skills Open-minded, adaptable leader who thrives in change Results-driven with a passion for operational excellence Why This Role Matters This is more than managing inventory-it's about leading people, improving systems, and driving results. You’ll play a critical role in shaping the performance of our distribution campus while developing future leaders and creating a safer, more efficient operation. If you’re energized by ownership, continuous improvement, and making a visible impact, this role offers the platform to do exactly that. Salary $92,640-138,960, depending on experience We are an organization that values diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law. 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