What are the responsibilities and job description for the 1st Shift Assistant Manager - Receiving/Inbound position at Clark Associates Companies?
POSITION SUMMARY
The Inbound Assistant Manager assists the Inbound Manager in overseeing the facility's receiving department, including the unloading, check-in, QA, and put-away of inventory. The main objective of the Inbound leadership team is to ensure the facility onboards accurate inventory, reporting discrepancies to procurement, and resolving issues with carriers / vendors. The Inbound Assistant Manager works with the Inbound Manager to collaborate with leadership on other shifts / departments to ensure compliance with all protocol and SOP’s, problem solving, and meet operational directives.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Operational
o Assists with the management of the day-to-day operations within the receiving department, including appointment scheduling, the unloading of import containers and domestic trailers, the systematic check-in and accuracy verification of inventory, and the storage of product ready for the shipping department.
o Train, coach, develop and hold accountable up to X employees to achieve operational metrics and satisfy the needs of the distribution center.
o Works closely with the Inbound Manager to monitor daily, weekly, and monthly metrics for the receiving department; identify and resolve operating issues as needed.
o Provide clear and frequent communication to all teams regarding company policies and procedures.
o In collaboration with the Inbound Manager, lead weekly and monthly meetings to share information including metrics review, areas of improvement, employee relations issues, and provide updates on any initiatives and related projects.
o Assists in analyzing opportunities for improvement including productivity growth, cost reduction, damage mitigation, and increased process efficiency.
o Ensure the timely completion of all employee performance reviews and provide frequent and constructive feedback to all team members in accordance with the Great Employees Only philosophy.
o Interact with employees regularly to promote a high level of engagement and ensure all safety regulations are followed.
o Promptly complete all admin duties relating to employee management to the expected standard.
o Collaborate with the leadership team within the building to meet the needs of the DC and foster a team mentality.
o Work with the Inbound Manager and Team Leads to create development plans for employees to maintain engagement and develop a leadership bench.
o Maintain a high level of integrity and honesty, embodying the core values of the company and modeling them for our employees.
o Serve as a leader not only for the assigned department, but for the entire distribution center, holding peers, managers, and employees accountable to expectations.
EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. Occasional activities may involve exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes, and gases. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The passage of employees through the work area is average and normal.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
May require occasional travel to other facilities within the region
