This position is responsible for establishing and maintaining a smooth operation of the Distribution/Warehousing Department and help provide 24 hours coverage. Provide general supervision of all warehouse operations and functional processes within the department. Primary responsibility is to maintain a properly staffed and trained department that supports the warehousing function by offering the highest levels of logistics support. This position involves the planning, directing, and coordination of all warehousing activities. Must keep product moving smoothly, accurately, and efficiently. Must drive key performance indicators for cost savings, and maintain efficient utilization of manpower through proper scheduling and training in order to provide the highest levels of customer service at the store level.
- Direct and motivate Teammates.
- Coordinate the investigation of accidents or unsafe conditions through the company safety department.
- Responsible for compliance and knowledge with OSHA regulations and other safety standards. Maintain facility in a safe manner in accordance with company and governmental standards.
- Ensure that warehousing procedures offer the cost-effective solutions that will drive profitability.
- Uphold sanitation and housekeeping standards and conduct compliance audits to such standards.
- Manage and benchmark warehouse aspects of profit and loss statement.
- Assist in managing all department re-bids.
- Maintain effective and timely scheduling of Warehouse Teammates and Support Staff
- Must facilitate communication within the management team and between Teammates and management.
- Provide training as needed to maintain an efficient and knowledgeable work force.
- Enforcement of general company policies and issuance of coaching/disciplinary documentation to teammates.
- Must assign accountability within staff to track and trend key performance indicators to ensure the center is meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
- Establish and provide departmental coverage and leadership and maintain highest level of managerial professionalism at all times.
- Assist Transportation Supervisors and Managers with resolution of issues between warehousing and distribution.
- Provide additional assistance with projects and other items to be assigned periodically.
- Other duties may be assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.
- 3-5 years of experience in all facets of outbound and inbound warehousing, preferably in the food service industry.
- People management experience.
- Minimum of 2-3 years of accounting, planning, analytical and/or reporting experience, in positions with increasing responsibility is preferred.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, and technical procedures.
- Detailed understanding of financial statements and resulting cost implications. Possess ability to identify financial issues and provide cost effective solutions to such issues.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, vendors, and teammates.
- Strong analytical and communication skills with proven ability to work within the framework of the Team.
- Knowledge of distribution systems.
- Understanding of dispatch issues and procedures.
Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.