Department Manager - Third Shift

Dollar Tree•Chesapeake, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Dollar Tree's fully retail distribution center located in Chesapeake, VA s currently looking for Department Managers to add to our Warehouse Management team so they can lead a team of warehouse associates in successfully meeting operational goals within an assigned department and across an assigned shift. This position is essential to ensuring we can meet our production goals in a fast-paced 24/7/365 operation. Must be flexible and open to work any schedule/shifts. As the 3rd Shift Department manager, your team is scheduled on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM In this role, you are expected to be on-site one hour before the shift begins to prepare assignments and the plan for the day, and to stay at least one hour after the shift ends. You will be responsible for overseeing distribution operations and ensuring the timely movement and delivery of goods. Warehouse Management at Dollar Tree is responsible for: Managing and overseeing up to 20 warehouse associates, ensuring they are working proficiently and safely in various departments in the distribution center to include: Key Responsibilities include: Oversee Shipping Operations: The manager is responsible for coordinating daily shipping and distribution activities, ensuring that all products are shipped and delivered in a timely manner. Staff Management: This role includes hiring, training, and supervising shipping department employees. The manager ensures that staff are well-trained and motivated to perform their duties effectively. Logistics Coordination: The shipping manager collaborates with various departments to optimize shipping processes, manage shipping documents, and track orders using logistics software. Budget Management: They are responsible for controlling the shipping department’s budget, negotiating transportation costs with carriers, and ensuring that operations remain within budget. Customer Service: Providing excellent customer service is crucial, as the manager must address any shipping-related issues and maintain strong relationships with clients and suppliers. What we need from you: Three (3) or more years of warehouse management experience in a high volume, automated distribution environment. Ability to lead by example, mentor, develop, and foster a team environment. Ability to understand and demonstrate proper technical, equipment, and systems processes. Ability to work any shift. Strong organizational and communication skills. What we Offer: Dollar Tree offers a full benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, 401K, and Discount Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Due to our tremendous growth we also offer excellent career GROWTH opportunities for motivated individuals. Dollar Tree is a: Priceless Experience: A career with Dollar Tree also comes with a lot of variety. It's a fun career that allows you to wear a different hat every day. Big Company With Big Ideas: We are the nation's leading operator of single price point dollar stores with more than 6,000 locations in 48 states, a $22+ billion corporate owned chain. Valuable Partner: We're all on the same team at Dollar Tree. We're about people treating each other with respect, camaraderie and a sense of joint purpose. Career Growth Opportunity: If you have the drive and energy, a career with Dollar Tree can take you just about anywhere you want to go. Place We Can All Profit: Why not have your cake and eat it too? Work for a great company and in return get a great benefits package that shows our appreciation. Full time 500 Volvo Parkway,Chesapeake,Virginia 23320 DC1 Dollar Tree Here, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with people every day — creating memorable experiences for our customers while also building a career that can take you anywhere. Join our team and see where your journey can take you. We're invested in your health and wellness. That’s why we invest in perks, programs, and resources that help you at every stage of your life and career.

Requirements

Three (3) or more years of warehouse management experience in a high volume, automated distribution environment.
Ability to lead by example, mentor, develop, and foster a team environment.
Ability to understand and demonstrate proper technical, equipment, and systems processes.
Ability to work any shift.
Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Oversee Shipping Operations: The manager is responsible for coordinating daily shipping and distribution activities, ensuring that all products are shipped and delivered in a timely manner.
Staff Management: This role includes hiring, training, and supervising shipping department employees. The manager ensures that staff are well-trained and motivated to perform their duties effectively.
Logistics Coordination: The shipping manager collaborates with various departments to optimize shipping processes, manage shipping documents, and track orders using logistics software.
Budget Management: They are responsible for controlling the shipping department’s budget, negotiating transportation costs with carriers, and ensuring that operations remain within budget.
Customer Service: Providing excellent customer service is crucial, as the manager must address any shipping-related issues and maintain strong relationships with clients and suppliers.