Distribution Center Manager (DCM) - Inventory Control

Department: Distribution

Reports to: VP Logistics & Distribution Date: 11/4/24

At Universal Companies, we distribute spa & salon supplies, products, and equipment for estheticians, massage therapists, stylists, nail techs, cosmetologists, medi spas, day spas, salons, resorts, and more. We've been helping wellness providers grow their businesses for almost 40 years!

DESCRIPTION:

Directly responsible for managing Inbound and Inventory Control Operations within the Distribution Center. This includes all salaried and hourly team members in the Receiving, Putaway, Restock, Returns, Assembly, and Quality Control areas. Must also be willing to assist other departments as necessary.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains 100% commitment to administering and adherence to safety policies and procedures
• Responsible for driving individual and departmental performance to achieve established internal metrics and company objectives
• Liaises with various departments to achieve optimal inventory control and management
• Creates and ensures adherence to all policies, standard operating procedures, and work instructions within the department
• Executes daily inventory analysis, identifying and resolving discrepancies and problems as they arise
• Focuses strategically and tactically on improving processes to increase productivity and minimize excess cost
• Participates in the creation of, and adherence to the annual departmental budget
• Coordinates with Accounting, Sales, Product Development, Inventory, and Transportation to effectively and efficiently meet customer needs
• Responsible for training and developing Supervisors and Team Members for career progression and growth
• Maintains proper staffing levels to maximize productivity and efficiency
• Attends and participates in departmental and company meetings
• Manages/conducts improvement projects as needed

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Must possess bachelor’s degree or equivalent leadership experience
• Working knowledge of distribution center processes, specifically related to Receiving and Inventory Control
• Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Excellent organizational skills with acute attention to detail
• Flexibility in order to meet changing work needs and demands
• Demonstrates professionalism and accountability in all areas of responsibility and maintains a high degree of quality, ethics, integrity, and confidentiality
• Ability to prioritize tasks to ensure completion of scheduled tasks
• Ability to identify opportunities for improvement, along with the development and implementation of potential solutions
• Must possess excellent computer skills, and knowledge of MS Office suite, email, ERP, and basic networking
• Valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance required

Education/Experience

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree. Will consider high school diploma with significant managerial and leadership experience
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Working knowledge of Oracle JD Edwards
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, or related field

This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Incumbent will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by management as required. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. Moreover, management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate individuals with disabilities. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.