DC Manager

MATTRESS WAREHOUSE LLC•Bloomfield, CT

About The Position

Managing a 2 shift operation consisting of approximately 10-15 associates and functions within the Bloomfield Connecticut location. Full ownership of running, leading, and managing the 20 hour a day/ 6 day a week operation of a 50,000 sq. foot warehouse distribution center for Mattresses and other bedding products.

Requirements

Strong leadership skills are of the utmost importance
Looking for someone that will own this operation and make it their own.
Looking for someone that understands the operation is in their hands and they must work whatever shift is necessary to keep the operations running as needed.
Fluent Communication in English. Bi-Lingual Spanish is a plus.
Need someone that can train, educate, coach, lead and build a rock-solid team in the Bloomfield location
Prefer a minimum of 5 years Warehouse/Distribution experience
Prefer a minimum of 3 years Supervisory/management
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Knowledge of Material Handling Equipment
Experience with MS Excel, Word and Outlook
Experience with RF Guns and Inventory management systems
Excellent attendance
Time management and multi-tasking skills

Responsibilities

Planning, budgeting, and effective supervision of approximately 2 Supervisors and 10-15 employees (warehouse workers and tractor-trailer driver)
Manage small number of seasonal contracted labor and temporary employees.
Work with Corporate Headquarters and main warehouse in Frederick, MD to ensure processes and building functionality and synergies between locations.
Direct all dock operations to ensure efficient operations, accurate inventories and accurate manifests of all outbound loads.
Overseeing all shifts necessary for the warehouse operations.
Responsible for all resources to include shipping and receiving workers, drivers, trucks and motorized equipment; ensure all are properly licensed and serviced for the safest more efficient operation.
Accountable for asset management and inventory of all company-owned products and equipment.
Develop and recommend improvements in current warehouse procedures to improve efficiency, accuracy, safety and lower costs. Ensuring optimal utilization of all space within the warehouse
Develop and implement safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment. Complying with all safety standards and guidelines (OSHA)
Responsible for overseeing DOT and OSHA compliance including current forklift certified operators.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment
Conduct quarterly inventory
Responsible for the security of the Distribution Center when unoccupied
Supervise, train, evaluate and motivate all associates
Assign and schedule associates accordingly
Communicate with Director on a daily basis
Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with all associates and vendors.
Relay all fleet maintenance concerns to Leasing agent daily
Work extended hours and days as business needs require
Assist in recruiting, hiring, and training (basic HR duties)
Other duties as requested