Manager of Distribution Shipping Operations

Category/Area of Expertise: Distribution & Transportation Leadership
Job Requisition: 406954_external_USA-SC-Mauldin-208-Bi
Address: USA-SC-Mauldin-208 Bi-Lo Boulevard
Store Code: DC 05 Dist Genl & Admin (7239052)

ADUSA Distribution is the distribution company of Ahold Delhaize USA, providing distribution services to one of the largest grocery retail supply chains in the nation. ADUSA Distribution receives, stores, manages inventory, and ships fresh and non-perishable product throughout the network of local brand stores. ADUSA Distribution facilities handle a mix of product types, including fresh, frozen, grocery and health and beauty care items. Our team is supporting the supply chain network evolution to an integrated self-distribution model of the future, serving leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. To learn more about our company and the other supply chain companies of Ahold Delhaize USA, visit www.adusasc.com .

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Oversee and maintain the total operations for assigned areas and associates, and ensure supervisory team meets and maintains production standards for shipping department based on assignment. Handle all daily issues and projects under the direction of the campus leader. Work with all Distribution Departments, Transportation, and Inventory Management to ensure the timely and safe movement of product. Hold associates accountable for providing retail and our customers the best quality product possible. Sponsor, measure, and guide distribution center goals to completion in areas of responsibility.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise team performance through performance planning, coaching, appraisal and disciplinary efforts
• Communicates and keeps direct reports well informed and aligned to Company and DC's values, goals, results, initiatives, policies, procedures etc.
• Ensures associate schedule meets the demand of inbound/outbound volume
• Responsible for assisting in hiring, training, and developing of all new and existing associates
• Work with all applicable departments to ensure efficiently and accurate flow of inventory in and out of distribution center shipping departments
• Hold departmental meetings as expected
• Help support, communicate, and administer disciplinary action to associates who violate company policy.
• Communicate with appropriate individuals/departments during the shift that my affect other warehouse departments
• Efficiently lead the supervisors of the department toward attaining their individual and combined goals through hands-on guidance.
• Help build effect teams by creating goals and providing development plans for self and direct reports
• Develop a large group of production associates into a well-organized, highly motivated and well aligned team.
• Minimizes workplace accidents and injuries by sustain a culture that is compliant with safety procedures and highly focused on workplace safety.
• Maintain labor cost and improve productivity
• Strategically plan, develop, implement, and be responsible for budget & operational goals
• Serve as a resource, mentor, and coach/trainer for supervisor direct reports and supervisor trainees progressing through the DLOT curriculum
• Provide accurate reporting information to campus leader and others
• Make recommendations for modifications to procedures or processes impacting their work group or center that will maximize efficiency, productivity, and reduce costs
• Aggressively pursue waste and inefficiencies in their operation.
• Target potential improvements and work with teams to improve working environment and product throughput.
• Act as "change agent" to drive "lean" education and utilization.
• Play a key role in the development of a Continuous Improvement mindset in our operations in order to better service our costumer and provide and support training for associates to support continuous improvement ideas.
• Accountable for "lean" process sustainability within assigned operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified on a powered industrial equipment where applicable
• Seasoned knowledge of distribution shipping practices
• Possess effective verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills, and implementing solutions
• Ability to supervise or manage multiple tasks and shift priorities in fast pace environment
• Ability to communicate and complete required record keeping functions
• Ability to articulate and align associates with department and business goals
• Must be able to work needed schedule to perform assigned duties
• Ability to work in a -5 degree to 90 degree Fahrenheit environment (temperature varies within each department) for long periods of time
• Ability to read and understand written and numeric product identifiers
• High School Education or equivalent
• College degree or equivalent experience preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in a leadership role

We are an organization that values diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law. Our organization is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, including applicants. If you have a disability and require assistance in the application process, please email recruiting@adusasc.com