Job Details

Job description:

Job Title: Distribution Center Manager

Reports to: Regional Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Note: This operation runs 24/7, and individual schedules are determined by volume and client needs. Weekend availability is required and the facility is only closed three days each year.

Job Purpose:

To oversee day-to-day operations of a distribution center in alignment with organizational financial and operational goals, while ensuring effective execution of operational plans.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan the layout of warehouse and storage areas, considering turnover, size, weight, and other relevant factors.
• Manage financial reporting for the facility.
• Design, create, and implement production planning for the entire distribution center.
• Provide guidance to employees on the handling, storage, preservation, and shipment of inventory, as well as proper equipment use.
• Analyze records and recommend actions for non-usable, slow-moving, or excess inventory.
• Review records for accuracy and compliance with established procedures, ensuring proper stock levels.
• Schedule and oversee special and periodic inventories.
• Investigate discrepancies between inventory counts and stock control records, recommending corrective actions.
• Establish work procedures, develop schedules, and ensure smooth workflow.
• Issue written and verbal instructions as needed.
• Assign tasks and inspect work for accuracy, organization, and adherence to policies.
• Evaluate and standardize procedures to improve operational efficiency.
• Maintain employee relations and resolve workplace issues or grievances.
• Correct errors and address complaints as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Manage 412 subordinate managers who oversee supervisors responsible for 50100 employees across multiple departments.
• Responsible for overall departmental direction, coordination, and performance.
• Carry out supervisory duties in accordance with company policies and applicable laws, including:
• Training and development
• Workforce planning and scheduling
• Performance evaluations
• Rewarding and disciplinary actions
• Addressing concerns and resolving operational challenges
• Designing and implementing management and operational procedures

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience (three to five years of relevant work or a combination of education and experience).
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Reasoning & Communication Ability

• Able to interact effectively with all levels of management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage and lead a diverse workforce.
• Excellent organizational and teamwork skills.
• Strong knowledge of distribution center operations.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs.
• Extended periods of sitting and computer work.
• Ability to climb stairs.
• Reasonable accommodations may be provided.

Work Environment

• Distribution center setting with varying temperatures.
• Reasonable accommodations may be provided.

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