Manager, Distribution (3rd Shift)

Caterpillar•Denver, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. At Caterpillar, we work to help our customers build a better world. Without our team of talented, bright and driven individuals, we wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today. Now, this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable customer success, make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Manager, Distribution (3rd Shift) in Denver, CO. Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. PSLD is responsible for the worldwide distribution of Cat aftermarket parts, integrated logistics, and global service to develop and support our global dealer network and customers. We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth. Job Summary: As a Manager, Distribution (3rd Shift) , you will supervise up to 20 hourly personnel in the receipt, processing, packaging, storage, order filling and shipment of parts to Caterpillar dealers, Distribution Centers and Regional Distribution Centers to support the end users of Caterpillar equipment. Additional Info : This is a 3rd Shift position (Sunday – Thursday 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM)

Requirements

Effective Communications : Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
Decision Making and Critical Thinking : Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Performance Management: Knowledge of successful performance management techniques; ability to apply organization's performance management system, practices, and tools to developing and improving individual, team, and organizational performance.
Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

Nice To Haves

2-year college degree. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 3 years of experience in at least one of the following: operations, transportation, logistics planning/engineering, purchasing, parts ordering and/or inventory management.
Distribution Center Management : Knowledge of distribution center management; ability to operate a warehouse or distribution center that handles the flow of goods from supplier to production to customer.
1 year of experience in at least one of the following: operations, transportation, logistics planning/engineering, purchasing, parts ordering and/or inventory management
Microsoft Office application experience
Experience working with EWM (Extended Warehouse Management)
Strong leadership, initiative and ability to develop working relationships with others
Previous experience in a warehouse environment
Excellent interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Contribute to the development of an effective workforce by engaging and mentoring employees to follow all established work processes
Lead teams working on problem resolution and process improvement
Maintain high employee morale by ensuring established work standards are delivered
Ensure parts inventory is received, processed and stored in a safe, efficient and timely manner
Respond to dealer calls and make immediate decisions to resolve the issue
Provide necessary on the job training
Improve productivity and quality by taking ownership of the process
Conduct daily safety meetings to ensure that employees have the proper equipment to perform their jobs safely
Provide training or counseling to correct any unsafe behavior observed by those who do not follow set work standards
Must be able to work rotating after hour calls on the weekend.
Prepare and maintaining necessary paperwork