Manager, Distribution Center

Crocs, Inc.•Vandalia, OH

About The Position

At Crocs, Inc., every career offers a chance to make a real impact. No two journeys look the same. And that's exactly how we like it. Whether you’re welcoming customers into our stores, collaborating with global teams at our headquarters, or keeping operations moving at our distribution centers, your impact is real and valued. At Crocs, Inc. you’re not expected to fit a mold. You’re encouraged to break it and create something better. OverviewWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Manager, Distribution Center Operations to oversee our automated distribution center. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing daily operations, ensuring efficiency, and leading a team to achieve operational excellence. This role requires a strong commitment to our guiding principles, which emphasize inclusive decision-making, open communication, employee well-being, continuous learning, ownership, and accountability. Our Distribution Center operates on the following shifts: 1st Monday - Thursday 6:00am - 4:30pm 2nd Monday - Thursday 5:00pm - 3:30am Weekend Friday - Sunday 6:00am - 6:30pm

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, finance, or industrial engineering or equivalent experience
At least 3 years DC general management experience in high volume, big box environment a must
10 years high volume, big box distribution center experience preferred
Experience in an Omni-Channel Distribution environment processing Wholesale, Retail and E-Commerce orders is highly desirable
Warehouse management / network systems experience required (Manhattan Associates is a plus).
Must be detail oriented, extremely organized and can take initiative while maintaining operational excellence within the center
Must have the ability to multi-task, work well under pressure, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Strong people skills and the ability to build positive relationships with operations personnel and other key stakeholders
Experience with continuous improvement and process improvement methods
Excellent PC skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Manage distribution center operations in a union free environment, ensuring and maintaining direct, productive, and positive relationships between and among management and non-exempt associates
Embrace simplicity in operational processes, striving for efficiency and effectiveness by minimizing unnecessary complexity for your team
Demonstrate integrity and exemplify accountability, taking ownership of tasks and responsibilities while holding yourself and others accountable to the results
Lead by collaborative and inclusive decision-making that values diverse perspectives
Exemplify urgency in your approach, emphasizing to your team the importance of timely and efficient execution to meet goals and objectives
Set high standards and refuse to accept mediocrity, pushing yourself and others to consistently challenge the status quo and strive for excellence
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders (e.g.; sales, store operations, planning, and finance); establishing and maintaining effective relationships with vendor community
Build confidence within your team by empowering them with the support, skills, resources, and autonomy needed to excel in their roles
Well-developed associate relations skills; proven team builder with a track record of identifying and growing talent. Adept at providing effective feedback
Create an environment where communication flows in a clear and straightforward manner, and all team members freely contribute ideas and feedback