Receiving Manager

Talent Acquisition/Human Resources, The Aaron's Family of Companies•Phoenix, AZ

3d•$50,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Assistant Manager’s responsibility is to manage the day-to-day operations of their department within the warehouse while achieving operational goals and ensuring service results are met. The Warehouse Assistant Manager supervises a team of logistics professionals that can include CDL & Short Haul drivers, maintenance workers, equipment operators, and warehouse associates. Warehouse Assistant Managers ensure product is received, placed in storage for future store orders to be processed and delivered timely to each store location. They are accountable for employee engagement and building a positive culture, while maintaining departmental productivity, customer service, and safety standards.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent
Experience in the transportation industry with knowledge of operations and logistics
Effective organizational, planning and prioritization skills
Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Human relations skills (stress management, conflict resolution, empathy)
Critical thinking – applying safety, compliance, and policy to everyday situations
Ability to recognize potential, persisting, or immediate issues; discover solutions, and initiate resolutions
Ability to evaluate and develop individuals, provide coaching and promote team building in order to meet goals/standards of productivity
Ability to adapt to changing conditions in market as they affect product flow, product handling, and customer service requirements
Ability and willingness to delegate tasks and authority while retaining accountability for departmental performance
Learn and use various computer applications
Must be flexible, willing to work any schedule, including weekends and holidays, in all types of weather
Hearing/Speaking: Effective communication with associates, supervisors/managers, and customers as required
Bending/Stooping: Occasionally (activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of time)
Climbing: Occasionally (activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of time)
Lifting: Occasionally (activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of time)
Lifting Weight: Ability to lift up to 40 lbs independently and greater than 40 lbs with assistance
Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally (activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of time)
Sitting: Frequently (activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of time)
Standing: Occasionally (activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of time)
Walking: Frequently (activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of time)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred in transportation, business or related area
Strong logistical/distribution experience
WMS experience plus RF technology
MS Office Suite proficiency
Powered Industrial Truck management
Security & Loss Prevention
Motivational & accountability skills
Attention to detail and proactivity
Articulate, clear communication skills
Team player, ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of shipping, receiving, logistics, and inventory control
Knowledge of warehouse safety routines
Proven warehouse supervisory experience
Excellent organization, analytic and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Responsible for all functional activities within their department of the warehouse
Control the flow of goods into and out of the warehouse via monitoring inventory levels, scheduling PO’s for delivery, maintaining appointment schedule
FIFO inventory management
Forklift, Fire Prevention, D.O.T., and General Safety Training of all associates
Provide training, follow-up and monitor compliance with safety programs
Train employees and monitor all procedures using Aaron’s FC Manual
Organize associate’s daily activities and work schedules
Maintain a workforce proportionate to the volume of business