Assistant Warehouse Manager

K&M TIre•DeKalb, IL

19d

About The Position

The Assistant Warehouse Manager assists the Warehouse Manager in ensuring that hub operations run smoothly and efficiently, and that deliveries are accurate and on time. The role helps oversee warehouse operations, inventory, delivery drivers, employee development, staffing, safety, and the upkeep of company vehicles and property. The position also supports alternate warehouse locations, maintains procedures and paperwork, and helps employees and the department meet company goals.

Requirements

Ability to communicate ideas clearly in writing and orally.
Friendly and helpful attitude.
Strong planning and organizational skills.
Ability to work in a professional, multitasking environment.
Close attention to detail.
Ability to lift 75 pounds consistently.
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive any company delivery vehicle.
Ability to work second shift for one week every two months.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of supervisory experience or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

Uphold the company’s Mission, Vision, and Values, and take ownership and pride in the warehouse.
Help ensure the correct tires are delivered quickly, courteously, and on time.
Supervise, assign work to, train, motivate, recognize, and develop employees.
Communicate with employees, including spending time outside the office to engage with them.
Assist with maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of company vehicles, property, buildings, and grounds.
Assist with recruiting, staffing, scheduling, time cards, evaluations, and safety.
Manage and resolve workplace conflict using company values as a guide.
Help oversee accurate and timely warehouse operations and delivery-driver activities.
Help keep the warehouse organized and clean and ensure inventory counts are accurate.
Help ensure chart and racking changes are completed on time and maintain alternate warehouse locations.
Complete and submit required paperwork promptly, including receipts, tracking reports, packing slips, invoices, cash and checks, hiring paperwork, workers’ compensation documents, evaluations, and customer credits.
Keep procedures up to date and ensure they are followed.
Seek peak performance, consistency, and opportunities for improvement.
Be able to perform employees’ job duties and cross-train employees.
Provide coverage within the department when employees are absent and assist others in meeting company goals.
Report issues or concerns to the supervisor.