DC Area Manager - Shipping/Receiving

Designer Brands Inc.•Eastampton Township, NJ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Area Manager is responsible for tactical execution of distribution related functions within the New Jersey Distribution Center, as well as a greater depth of planning, operational control, exceptions management, succession planning, and communication within a specific area of focus and/or across an assigned shift. On a daily basis he/she is responsible for supervising subordinates and processes occurring within a specified area of responsibility and coordinating efforts with counterparts across all departments and shifts in an effort to achieve excellence in daily execution. As a front-line leader, the Manager will have an opportunity to develop the talents and capabilities of a dynamic team of 15-20 order processors and/or power equipment operators to meet and exceed corporate, personal, and professional growth goals.

Requirements

Prior working knowledge of appropriate systems strongly desired, including but not limited to WMS, automation, conveyor, and unit sortation
Strong understanding of Lean/Six Sigma methodolgies
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Word and Outlook, and high proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Systems and informational management skills are at the moderate to expert level
Must have a working knowledge of distribution related processes, business concepts, and best practices.
Should be able to work with others, and manage outside vendors and customers.
Must have the ability and eagerness to work as part of a team, as well as lead others.
Proven ability to implement process improvement initiatives
Knowledge of proper business communication etiquette, and effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong multi-tasking, organizational, detail, follow-up, and interpersonal skills
Combined 4+ years in supervisor and management level positions overseeing 15+ associates, preferably in a distribution center environment
Prior hands-on experience with Warehouse Management System(s)

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with specific systems actively utilized within the facility - HighJump, SiSense, AS400, UPS CampusShip, Dayforce
Labor Management System(s)
Extensive exposure to an automated facility
Experience overseeing a workforce consisting of both full-time/direct and temporary associates.
Experience with bills of lading (BOLs), container / trailer loading and unloading, and load / shipment sortation best practices highly desired.

Responsibilities

Responsibility to oversee subordinates and multiple activities within a department and/or shift (Receiving, Case Pick/Putaway, Case Loops, Order Processing, Shipping, Ship Sort, Inventory Control, Wave Management).
Coach, train, and oversee department leaders and provide on-going coaching to subordinates to ensure professional growth, adherence to Company policies, and performance standards.
Coordinate with the Facilities Manager to oversee safety, security, and building control activities in their area of responsibility.
Systems interaction encompasses management of transaction activities, as well as exceptions management, planning, and distribution flow through the facility.
Prioritize and monitor the completion of orders to ensure that all deadlines are met.
Track productivity levels of department to meet company standards and projections.
Direct communication with internal and external customers regarding operational activities and resolutions involving activities occurring during their period of responsibility.
Build and maintain relationships with all functional areas within the distribution center, Company employees, and vendors.