Assistant Branch General Manager

Lowe's Companies, Inc.

1d•$86,000 - $143,600•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant General Manager, under direction of the Regional General Manager, manages daily operations in a million+ square foot distribution center. This includes responsibility for the performance of a team of Operations Managers along with execution of all operational functions in the facility, including: developing and executing daily and weekly operational plans; meeting and exceeding customer service requirements; maximizing quality, throughput, and productivity of the facility; managing a diverse and talented associate population; nurturing a positive (associate relations), focused, safe and productive work environment; and ensuring all corporate policies and procedures are followed consistently and short and long term plans are implemented.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent.
5-7 years of distribution operations experience in a large volume, automated distribution center environment
3-5 years of leadership experience with direct report responsibility
Proven record of complying with safety requirements, and experience building a culture of safety among subordinates and peers

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Business, Transportation, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
Experience recruiting, developing, and retaining an effective management team.
Experience creating and managing a budget.
Experience identifying and resolving significant process improvement opportunities.

Responsibilities

Executes daily production plans that meet or exceed customer service level expectations while achieving maximum operating efficiency in a safe manner
Develops and implements short and long-range staffing plans based on productivity objectives and forecasted volume requirements
Ensures or leads daily balancing of labor availability and volume requirements throughout the facility
Ensures all safety policies and procedures are implemented and observed, and that equipment and work areas are neat, clean and well organized
Ensures daily inspection of physical condition of distribution center and equipment and directs needed maintenance and/or repair
Develops, analyzes, and recommends operational and systemic improvements to meet current and future service, throughput, and cost objectives
Assists associates with HR related issues including questions/concerns with attendance, pay, benefits, job changes, voluntary terminations, I-9 verification, unemployment claims, and workplace accommodations
Recruits, hires, trains, develops, and retains effective shift management teams
In conjunction with HR, develops, implements, and measures effectiveness of associate training programs
Sets goals and communicates clear expectations for managers, and provides timely and constructive feedback
Provides the resources and support needed for successful and safe facility operations
Communicates effectively with managers and associates regarding business objectives or current issues
Provides management team members with meaningful developmental opportunities and prepares them for upward promotion if interested
Sponsors and helps lead the entire facility through change

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision insurance
Life and Disability insurance
Paid time off based on role, tenure, and locality, including vacation, holidays, sick and volunteer time
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
401(k) Retirement account with company match
Employee Assistance Program with concierge, work/life services and no-cost counseling for all kinds of needs
Education support programs, including tuition assistance and trade skills scholarships
Business Travel Accident insurance
Maternity and Parental leave
Adoption assistance
Lowe's Associate Discount and broad discount platform
annual bonuses
enrollment in Lowe's Employee Stock Purchase Plan and/or deferred compensation plan
grant awards