Distribution and Warehouse Manager

Great Northern•Brooklyn Park, MN

10d•$90,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Great Northern is seeking a Distribution and Warehouse Manager to direct and coordinate Warehouse, Distribution, and Receiving operations. Under general supervision and following established procedures, the manager works closely with departments across the company and oversees staffing, scheduling, receiving, storage, and distribution of items from suppliers and production shops. The role is responsible for maintaining safe, accurate, and efficient operations in accordance with company values and standards for internal and external customers. The manager leads and develops staff, oversees equipment and fleet performance, monitors operational measures, supports budgeting, and ensures timely and accurate shipments. The position also contributes to safety, quality, ISO procedures, World Class Manufacturing, and continuous improvement efforts. The role is onsite, Monday through Friday, and may require additional hours, including weekends, during peak periods. This is a safety-sensitive position at a tobacco-free campus.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree; a degree in Business Management, Industrial Management, or a related field is preferred but not required.
Five to seven years of experience in Warehousing, Receiving, Distribution, Inventory Control, or Materials Management in a corrugated-industry environment, including three years in a leadership role.
Strong knowledge of Receiving, Warehouse, and Material Handling operations, methods, and practices.
Ability to develop staff and equipment structures that support current and future operations.
Analytical and communication skills, including the ability to identify customer needs and communicate them to relevant parties.
Ability to ensure products meet specifications, quality standards, and ISO procedures.
Self-directed, takes initiative to identify process efficiencies, and follows through on implementation.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects concurrently in a team environment.
Customer-service orientation and ability to build and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Strong oral and written interpersonal and presentation communication skills.
Experience applying management concepts to facilitate, design, and improve warehousing and receiving operations.
Ability to use information-technology concepts such as Internet, Intranet, and E-Commerce sales communication tools.
Excellent personal-computer skills using a variety of Microsoft Office products.
Computer keyboarding and typing skills.
Ability to function effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Valid driver’s license.
Reliable attendance, safe work practices, effective collaboration, initiative, ownership of responsibilities, and commitment to continuous improvement.
Ability to communicate effectively, build good working relationships with employees and customers, and provide accurate, timely reports.
Sound judgment regarding personnel, machinery and equipment, work methods, and safety.
Ability to analyze and solve problems; honesty, fairness, flexibility, and tact; ability to earn and maintain trust and respect and handle confidential employment and business information.

Nice To Haves

Preferred bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Industrial Management, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate work; train, motivate, monitor, and evaluate Warehouse, Distribution, and Receiving Associates, including ensuring safe operation of material-handling equipment.
Conduct periodic performance evaluations for direct reports and recommend compensation adjustments in accordance with company policy.
Participate in hiring, training, and developing staff to maintain appropriate staffing levels.
Evaluate quality standards and ISO procedures regularly and ensure team members receive relevant training.
Establish and maintain a team atmosphere and conduct staff meetings as needed.
Initiate performance management and corrective action, and recommend ways to motivate staff to meet plant operations goals.
Maintain an appropriate equipment structure and level to accomplish department objectives safely and effectively.
Ensure appropriate material-handling equipment and racking are purchased and available for safe material transport and storage.
Monitor and measure Receiving, Warehouse, and Distribution performance, including locator accuracy, receiving reports, material movement and storage, and transfers to Plant Operations.
Develop and recommend annual departmental budget requirements, including staffing and equipment, and confer with senior management to finalize them.
Oversee dedicated fleet performance to support on-time truck deliveries.
Set and maintain performance measures for timely, efficient shipments and accurate shipping and receiving instructions, including bills of lading.
Oversee equipment maintenance to ensure machinery and vehicles are in good working order.
Participate in the company Safety Committee and regularly suggest improvements to safe warehouse operations.
Conduct and participate in meetings with staff and management as necessary.
Develop policies and procedures to achieve company objectives.
Attend production and fulfillment planning meetings, special-project meetings, and company functions.
Stay current on changes to policies, procedures, and product information; attend authorized training programs and seminars.
Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
Assist and provide leadership for the company's World Class Manufacturing efforts.
Perform other job-related tasks assigned by a Management Representative.