Receiving - Department Manager, Warehouse

Manager, Warehouse Operations

Position Overview

As a Distribution Center Department Manager, you will be responsible for managing and directing the distribution center to ensure merchandise flows through the distribution center to our customers, leading our Assistant Department Managers and Team Members. You will be a key player in our supply chain operation, ensuring operations run smoothly so we can ensure merchandise is being received, processed, stored, packed, and shipped properly to help us achieve our goals to get the merchandise to our customers!

Supervisory responsibilities

• This position will directly supervise a team consisting of an Assistant Department Manager, Trainer, and other department employees.

Duties and responsibilities

• Ensure operational excellence in all warehouse areas. Efficient operations of warehouse management systems. Ensure processes and procedures are followed appropriately, efficiently, and safely in the warehouse. Maintain and organize all areas of warehouse so appearance is acceptable for our visitors, vendors, and customers.
• Ensures optimal staffing and efficiency levels in your respective department to achieve accurate and timely movement and processing of product.
• Assist the Operations in designing and implementing systems and processes to effectively control costs in an evolving business environment.
• Ensure proper training of new and assigned associates as it relates to their essential job functions.
• Motivate, coach, and train respective Assistant Department Manager(s) and Team Members providing both informal (on floor teaching moments) and formal job performance feedback. Address and discuss disciplinary actions, as necessary.
• Ensure a safe workplace by following our safety policies and procedures including accountability for reduction of and control of accident costs.
• Monitor work performance for compliance with company and department policies, including but not limited to attendance/punctuality, poor work performance, safety, production, etc.
• Participate in the development of policies and procedures for the warehouse department and ensure that all staff members are aware of and follow these policies.

Required skills/abilities

• Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule; including early mornings and late nights as required.
• Partner and establish strong working relationships with other departments that provide support to the overall operation.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and direct a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of OSHA Standards and regulations.

Education and experience

• At least 5 years of experience in warehouse operations, including shipping and receiving, inventory management, and personnel management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• SAP experience preferred.
• WMS experience preferred.
• PIT experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Physical requirements

• Limited periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Standing and walking most of the time throughout the department and warehouse.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times; seldom required to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the facilities.
• Must be able to access all parts of the company equipment.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. These may be added, removed, changed, or reassigned as needed to accommodate business requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EEOC