Levine Distributing is a Mancini Beverage company located in Norwich, CT. Mancini Beverage is a leader in the beverage distribution industry, driven by the core values of family, leadership, integrity, and partnership. We focus on people to create rewarding opportunities and a community of success. We are seeking like-minded individuals to join our team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k with company match, and paid time off.

JOB SUMMARY:

As the Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of our distribution center. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in warehousing, transportation, and inventory controls in a unionized environment. Experience in the beverage distribution industry is a plus. This role requires strong leadership skills, in-depth knowledge of distribution processes, and a proven track record in managing teams and ensuring operational excellence. Moreover, experience in driving a culture of safety, security and compliance is a critical component of success in this role.

Specific areas of oversight include:

• Lead and manage the distribution center team to achieve operational goals and meet performance metrics.
• Oversee all aspects of warehouse and transportation operations, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain processes and improve overall efficiency.
• Implement and drive continuous improvement initiatives with a focus on best practices.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with union representatives, ensuring positive labor relations and successful negotiations.
• Conduct and comply with beverage partner audits and requirements.
• Drive a culture of safety and security, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and state/federal/company policies to create a safe working environment.
• Implement and enhance security protocols to safeguard the distribution center's assets and inventory.
• Prepare annual budgets, schedule expenditures, analyze variances and initiate corrective actions in order to meet financial objectives of the warehouse and delivery function.
• Onboard and train new employees in the department; assign and manage work; track team performance against KPIs; establish and manage development plans and complete performance appraisals.
• Ensure availability of adequate and appropriate staffing in the department; coordinate personnel solutions for employee PTO (planned and unplanned).

Requirements

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum 5 year of operations, distribution center and/or warehouse/delivery leadership experience
• Experience in a unionized environment with strong knowledge of union negotiations.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and develop a diverse team.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in using warehouse management systems and other relevant software
• Preference for candidates with experience in the beverage distribution industry

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to ascend and descend stairs and traverse small spaces, remain in a stationary position 50% of the time, move about to access materials and equipment to perform job duties, operate basic tools, communicate with customers and co-workers, and perform repetitive motions.

Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT USED:

• Computer, Telephone, Copy Machine and Forklifts
• Ability to use Encompass and Microsoft Applications

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• CDL Class B – Preferred
• DOT Medical Card - Preferred
• Forklift Certification - Preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Norwich, CT 06360 (Required)

Work Location: In person