Description

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).

Position 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

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Shift
Days
Division
Levine Distributing
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt
Location
Norwich
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position is currently accepting applications.