Manager In Training (MIT)

ITS Logistics, LLC•Whitestown, IN

15d•Onsite

About The Position

ITS has an immediate opening for a Manager in Training (MIT) position at our Whitestown, IN distribution center. This position reports to the Operations Manager and will be a six-month training program consisting of leading the execution of daily operational activities for the warehouse, systems experience, people management and coaching, and 5s principles and practices. This individual will work closely with operations leadership team, customer care, and sales to ensure that customer expectations are met, if not exceeded. We are looking for a solid performer and someone who wants to elevate their leadership skills and knowledge and start on the road to becoming a Warehouse Area Manager. Over the course of this program this candidate will work closely with the Operations Manager and with current Area managers to develop their skills and effectively perform the below functions.

Requirements

Demonstrated record of accomplishment in a warehousing / logistics culture with a focus on safety, reliability, and process improvement.
Proven record excelling in their current role.
A make-it-happen person, who is flexible, adaptable and possesses a high sense of urgency.
Gets the job done right and on time, despite obstacles.
Excellent analytical, problems solving, and communication skills (oral and written)
Excellent organizational and leadership skills
Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy
Solid skills with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

Oversee various warehouse activities to include daily operations scheduling and coordination of staff productivity to meet budgetary goals
Management of all Warehouse personnel including goal setting, annual reviews, on-going training, disciplinary action, hiring and termination
Operate within the agreed budget (P&L) for the warehouse
Develop and train the Supervisory and Lead staff on the essential functions of leadership
Collaborate in the development of SOP’s for the Warehouse area.
Oversee inventory control activities
Utilize the Warehouse Management System to ensure: Management of cycle counting/adjustment/rotation programs, Productivity and Space utilization (efficient product placement, etc.), Accuracy (to floor and Customer book)
Identify opportunities for technology enhancements
Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service Representatives and other Managers to facilitate new business implementations, current account changes and corrective action regarding operational service failures
Drive a best-in-class safety culture and ensure compliance with all safety related programs
Ensure that material handling equipment is safely and productively utilized within the operation. Ensure the management of equipment maintenance
Understand and promote the company values and mission statement and achieve “Excellence in Everything We Do”