Distribution Center Manager

Almo•Wilmer, TX

About The Position

The Distribution Center Manager is responsible for daily distribution center operations and maintaining high levels of accuracy and operational efficiency. The role implements worker safety and health regulations, plans projects, sets departmental objectives, and plans operations within the company's budget, practices, and policies. Responsibilities may cover transportation scheduling, inventory control, inbound receiving and storage, returns, and outbound pick-and-pack operations. Depending on the location, the manager may oversee 6 to 40 employees across multiple shifts.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in the warehousing, distribution, or logistics industry.
At least 5 years of warehouse management experience.
Extensive experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), ERP, and warehouse automation.
High proficiency in MS Office.
Experience writing and implementing logistics and warehousing standard operating procedures.
Strong analytical skills and budgeting experience.
Continuous-improvement focus, including ongoing review and refresh of protocols and processes to improve distribution center efficiency and effectiveness.
Excellent customer service, teamwork, and communication skills.
Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational skills.
Experience operating and certification on equipment including forklift, clamp trucks, and pallet jacks.

Responsibilities

Manage daily warehouse operations, including inbound freight and receiving, returns, inventory control, and outbound parcel and freight.
Serve as the primary point of contact for Almo functional areas to resolve customer, logistics, and product issues.
Lead employees, leads, and supervisors through strategic mentoring and guidance.
Plan workforce needs and schedules to align with business requirements and seasonal peak staffing needs.
Plan, staff, direct, and coordinate activities to maintain efficient storage and movement of materials and accurate control of inventory assets.
Lead the distribution center's safety culture.
Design, implement, and maintain internal schedules and controls to mitigate risks and move merchandise correctly, safely, without damage, and on time.
Ensure staff are trained in safe truck loading and unloading, movement of product within the distribution center, and applicable safety and accident procedures on company premises or while operating company vehicles or equipment.
Promote teamwork and recruit and retain talent to maintain quality and efficiency standards.
Monitor the quality, quantity, cost, and efficiency of product movement and storage; identify discrepancies and causes, and enforce corrective measures.
Analyze data to monitor performance and productivity and plan improvements and solutions.
Monitor and manage stock levels, delivery times, and transportation costs.
Work with the Sales department to maximize order efficiency and minimize freight expense.
Perform other duties as assigned.