Distribution Manager - 2nd shift

Milwaukee Tool•Olive Branch, MS

About The Position

The Distribution Center Department Manager is responsible for the safe, accurate, and efficient operation of a defined area within the distribution center. The manager may also work in and assist other areas of the operation to support a fully cross-trained management team, while developing their supporting team in the same manner. The role oversees distribution activities and employees, maintains performance and budget targets, supports strategic planning, and promotes continuous improvement in customer service and operating costs.

Requirements

More than five years of progressive supervisory or professional experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Able to execute tasks with minimal direct supervision.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and changing priorities simultaneously.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated computer literacy.
Experience with current WMS, RF, and ERP technologies.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to comprehend procedures, systems, and data.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Ensure the department provides accurate and prompt deliveries to internal and external customers.
Direct department functions, including receiving, material movement, domestic and foreign freight shipments, picking, packing, shipping, supplies purchasing, inventory control, housekeeping, training, hiring, discipline, employee development, and safety in accordance with applicable regulations and company policies and procedures.
Coordinate with the Continuous Improvement Manager and distribution center Industrial Engineers to identify, analyze, and justify capital improvements.
Coordinate with Industrial Engineering and IT to ensure department technology and equipment function properly, including hardware, software, barcode scanners, conveyor controls, printers, and operational equipment.
Maintain department operations within budget, analyze costs, and implement cost-reduction measures.
Maintain activity records for shipments, damages, inventory, and manpower utilization, and provide periodic summaries to superiors.
Provide accurate budget and forecast data.
Collaborate with managers and staff to formulate and implement facility and corporate policies, procedures, goals, and objectives.
Lead department strategic planning and implementation.
Promote continuous improvement to improve customer service levels while reducing company costs.
Evaluate employee performance, recommend disciplinary actions, maintain appropriate staffing for fluctuating workloads, and prepare performance reviews.
Maintain department metrics tracking customer service, quality, and cost performance.
Perform other duties as assigned.