Distribution Center Manager- West Palm Beach, FL

Caesarstone•West Palm Beach, FL

13h•$73,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Center Manager is responsible for the overall performance of the local distribution center, including warehouse operations, safety and regulatory compliance, logistics, inventory management, receiving, shipping, material handlers, drivers, promotional support, and transportation. The manager plans, organizes, staffs, and directs distribution center functions and activities. The role implements consistent organizational culture and standard operating procedures to support continuous improvement and ensures goals are achieved in productivity, quality, inventory, and cost. It requires strong operations acumen, employee relations, customer service, talent management, and retention capabilities. The manager owns the distribution center’s profit and loss, oversees team performance and inventory, and works with sales and other business units. The position may involve operating a forklift, driving light- to medium-duty trucks, and loading samples, including carrying boxes weighing up to 50 pounds. Work takes place in an active warehouse and may involve varied temperatures, dust, dirt, fumes, noise, physical activity, and changing priorities. Weekend, early-morning, or evening flexibility may be needed based on operational needs. Successful candidates must pass a background check, drug screen, and DOT physical.

Requirements

At least 5 years of management experience in all facets of inbound and outbound transportation; building materials industry experience is preferred.
At least 2 years of experience working with material handling systems.
Demonstrable experience supervising inventory and inventory control systems.
Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals, inter-company memos, and outside correspondence.
Must live within 30 miles of the distribution center.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Ability to lift and/or move materials weighing up to 50 pounds regularly.
Ability to stand and walk and spend extended periods on the warehouse floor.
Ability to work in varied temperatures and in environments with dust, dirt, fumes, noise, and active warehouse traffic.
Ability to operate or work in close proximity to forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment with changing priorities.
Ability to bend, reach, climb, and manually handle materials.
Ability to visually inspect materials and equipment for quality and safety.
Adherence to safety policies and procedures and use of required personal protective equipment.
Successful completion of a background check, drug screen, and DOT physical.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Oracle ERP or inventory control software.
Strong analytical and communication skills and a proven ability to work within a team.
Two to five years of inventory management, planning, analytical, and/or reporting experience in a position with increasing responsibility.
Understanding of financial statements and the resulting cost implications.
Knowledge of distribution systems, including order routing.
Understanding of dispatch issues and procedures.
Knowledge of methodologies and Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

Lead, train, coach, and motivate team members.
Ensure a safe work environment consistent with company safety and health standards; resolve and report accidents or unsafe conditions.
Maintain knowledge of and compliance with Federal Department of Transportation regulations and other safety standards.
Monitor and manage inbound and outbound materials.
Maintain the fleet safely in accordance with company and governmental standards.
Review and analyze driving routes regularly to minimize waste.
Schedule distribution center team members.
Facilitate communication among management, departments, headquarters, and team members.
Own and manage the distribution center’s profit and loss, keep costs within budget, and identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.
Monitor scheduled tasks to ensure they are completed efficiently.
Provide training as needed to maintain an efficient and knowledgeable workforce.
Administer general company policies and procedures.
Collect, analyze, and report productivity data, and manage inventory.
Serve as a liaison to and provide customer service for the sales team and other business units.
Manage distribution center inventory, including regular cycle counts and physical inventory monitoring using FIFO.
Provide department backup, ancillary coverage, and leadership while maintaining managerial professionalism.
Research and develop techniques and procedures to increase operational efficiency and safety.
Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees.
As needed, operate a forklift, drive light- to medium-duty trucks, and load samples, including carrying boxes weighing up to 50 pounds.