Distribution Center Manager

Position Summary:

The Distribution Center (DC) Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for all aspects of the DC, including the development, growth and daily operation of the Warehouse, Shipping, Freight and Tubing areas. The primary role for the DC leader is to develop best-in-class practices and improve our performance. The position is on-site, no remote work.

Primary Functions:

• Coordinate sharing, flexibility and cross-training of staff; jump in and assist where needed
• Lead the internal operations charge to meet or exceed the “Voice of Customers” by creating a lean operation designed with safety, agility, and speed
• Understand forecasted volume and plan the staffing, including temporary employees, to best meet business objectives
• Meet business objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs) including productivity, inventory accuracy, and space optimization
• Ensure the DC operates at peak efficiency — with customer satisfaction the primary goal — by supervising, organizing, and training warehouse employees and establishing, monitoring, and managing operational goals
• Review and prepare workflows, staffing requirements, space allocations, equipment layouts, and action plans that meet company standards for productivity, quality, and customer service
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by establishing and enforcing standards and procedures and by complying with legal regulations
• Interview, select, on-board, and train new employees
• Develop and evaluate team members, and provide them with personal growth opportunities
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by recommending and enforcing company policies and adhering to legal regulations
• Ensure a supportive work environment using a positive communication style and teamwork attitude
• Support, communicate and achieve company goals, leading the team by example
• Recommend and implement new procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Primary Competencies:

• Time management skills
• Critical thinker and problem solver
• Ability to manage inventory and shipping, and understand key performance indicators
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Leadership skills and ability to coach and mentor a team
• Able to use MS Office and ERP software

Culture:

• Openly demonstrate servant leadership
• Respectfully listen to concerns and ideas brought to your attention, and comfortable interacting with employees at all levels in the organization
• Accessible and approachable, respecting intellectual integrity and valuing individuality, building and fostering working relationships with business partners from a variety of backgrounds, thus enabling a partnership mentality
• Collaborative team player
• Open to feedback, continuous learning and committed to ongoing self-improvement
• Respect confidentiality
• Embody our values of Integrity, Trust, Creativity and Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Ten years’ experience in warehouse and/or shipping operations, in a manufacturing or distribution environment
• Prior leadership experience required
• Lean Manufacturing Principles experience preferred
• Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job such as:
• Safely navigating a manufacturing environment
• Extended periods of standing, walking, and some bending and stooping
• Using computers, tools and equipment
• Frequent lifting up to 25 lbs. and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to become forklift certified

Attendance Requirements: Attendance on a regular, consistent basis is mandatory.

Accommodations: If you need a reasonable accommodation under the ADA or other state or federal law to perform the essential job functions as listed above, you may request an accommodation in the interview process.