Senior Manager - Warehouse and Distribution

Polk County Public Schools•Bartow, FL

About The Position

This position performs responsible duties in the management of a large warehouse and distribution center. It supervises receipt, storage, and distribution of supplies, materials, and equipment, and manages warehouse personnel, inventory, security, surplus property, and fleet equipment. The role also contributes to departmental budgeting and maintains awareness of developments in warehousing and distribution techniques and technology.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Six years of progressively responsible experience in warehousing and distribution, including at least three years in a supervisory capacity and performing most of the listed duties.
Considerable knowledge of warehousing, storekeeping, receiving, and distribution methods and procedures.
Ability to plan and supervise the work of warehouse and distribution personnel.
Ability to develop and maintain an orderly system for storing materials.
Ability to utilize Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
Ability to communicate effectively with people at various levels in the school system.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Logistics, Business Administration, or equivalent vocational technical training.
Considerable experience using job-related computer programs.
Bilingual/biliterate ability.

Responsibilities

Supervise and direct the receipt, storage, and distribution of a large variety of supplies, materials, and equipment.
Schedule deliveries of supplies, equipment, and commodities to points of consignment.
Confer with buyers to ensure correct nomenclature for specialized supplies and equipment.
Consult with the Director of Purchasing about changes in inventory levels.
Develop and recommend warehouse procedures and schedules.
Plan, assign, and supervise the work of warehouse and distribution personnel.
Plan and supervise training for warehouse and distribution personnel.
Interview prospective employees, recommend employee selection, and evaluate employee performance.
Maintain knowledge of developments in warehousing and distribution techniques and related technology, and advise the supervisor of trends.
Develop a customer-service attitude among warehouse and distribution center staff.
Supervise the annual physical inventory.
Manage disposition of surplus property, textbooks, testing materials, and other instructional materials.
Maintain warehouse security and safeguard stock items against damage and theft.
Ensure fleet vehicles and equipment are kept in proper operating condition and recommend replacements as needed.
Assist in preparing the departmental budget.
Perform other duties as assigned.