Assistant General Manager
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: (1) developing and executing daily and weekly operational plans; (2) meeting and exceeding customer service requirements; (3) maximizing quality, throughput, and productivity of the facility; (4) managing a diverse and talented associate population; (5) nurturing a positive (associate relations), focused, safe and productive work environment; and (6) ensuring all corporate policies and procedures are followed consistently and short and long term plans are implemented. Required to work a schedule that effectively supports a multi-shift operation but may be changed by facility management based on the needs of the facility. May be asked to work mornings, afternoons, nights, and/or weekends based on the needs of the facility. Must work in a distribution/warehouse environment with the physical and environmental aspects typically associated with such environment. Minimally must be able to lift 25 pounds without assistance; ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Transportation, Supply Chain Management, or related field (or equivalent work experience in a related field)
- 5 years of distribution operations experience in a large volume, automated distribution center environment
- 4 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
- Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Access
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
- Willing to relocate for future opportunities
Responsibilities
- 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
- ensuring all corporate policies and procedures are followed consistently and short and long term plans are implemented
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
