Warehouse Branch Manager (La Vista) - Full Time + Great Benefits!

Scholastic•La Vista, NE

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About The Position

Scholastic is hiring a Warehouse Branch Manager to plan, schedule, direct, and execute the day-to-day operations of a small or medium-sized distribution center within the Book Fair Organization. The manager evaluates branch operations for compliance with company standards and policies and promotes optimal performance. The role is responsible for preparing the branch’s annual budget with the Director, Field Operations and General Manager, achieving financial goals and profitability, managing operating costs, and improving operational efficiency through capacity planning and performance metrics. The manager oversees book fair production, inventory, warehouse sales, driver routing, fleet maintenance, required records and reporting, safety meetings, insurance documentation, and a clean and safe work environment. The manager leads hiring, training, development, evaluation, and other employee relations processes for drivers, warehouse personnel, and supervisors, partnering with Human Resources as appropriate. The role collaborates with Operations and Sales, provides responsive customer service, protects company assets, implements company policies and programs, and completes projects assigned by the Director, Field Operations and General Manager.

Requirements

At least 5 years of proven front-line management experience in operations for a manufacturing or distribution company.
Demonstrated ability to manage high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective operations.
Inventory control experience involving hands-on management of warehouse products, supplies, and goods.

Nice To Haves

BA/BS degree in Management, Business, Transportation, or an Operations-related curriculum.
Facilities management experience.
Inventory management experience.
Fleet or logistics management experience.

Responsibilities

Plan, schedule, direct, and execute the branch’s day-to-day operational activities.
Evaluate branch operations for adherence to company standards and policies and for optimal performance.
Prepare the annual branch budget with the Director, Field Operations and General Manager, achieve budgeted goals, manage operating costs, and support branch profitability.
Improve operational efficiency and use capacity planning, staffing methods, and operational metrics to achieve financial results and productivity goals.
Oversee book fair packing, setup, delivery, and pickup, and ensure production plans are generated, implemented, and completed daily.
Conduct annual and semi-annual warehouse sales to reduce inventory and maximize revenue.
Monitor inventory utilization and control procedures to meet company objectives.
Oversee driver routing, truck specifications, preventive vehicle care, and driver records, including DOT documentation and mileage and fuel reporting for state taxes.
Ensure monthly safety meetings are conducted with full attendance, appropriate agendas, and proper records.
Oversee timely completion and distribution of required insurance forms related to workers’ compensation, motor vehicle accidents, and property loss.
Maintain a clean, safe, and productive work environment; minimize work-related injuries and auto losses; conduct injury investigations and reviews; and comply with OSHA guidelines and company directives.
Direct the hiring, training, development, and evaluation of drivers, warehouse personnel, and supervisory staff.
Collaborate and communicate with Operations and Sales to enhance business performance.
Secure and appropriately handle company assets to minimize product damage and property loss.
Execute company policies, procedures, and programs professionally and in a timely manner.
Provide responsive customer service while maintaining cost controls.
Plan and conduct regular staff meetings for warehouse, driver, and second-shift teams.
Partner with Human Resources on recruiting, interviewing, selecting, training and development, evaluating, disciplining, and terminating branch employees in a fair, timely, and objective manner.
Document disciplinary issues related to employee performance and behavior.
Maintain confidentiality concerning personnel, pricing, promotions, customer lists, and distribution methods.
Perform tasks and projects as directed by the Director, Field Operations and General Manager.