Warehouse Inbound Lead 3rd shift

Books-A-Million, Inc.•Florence, AL

40d

About The Position

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Inbound Lead provides leadership and direction to Inbound Warehouse Associates including pre-shift work planning and delegation/assignment of work each shift. Additionally, the Lead is responsible for completing the work of receiving/stocking Warehouse Associate. Working collaboratively with the Operations Manager, the receiving stocking/receiving assists in ensuring that operations align with company-wide strategies and initiatives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
1 year of related warehouse operations experience
Prior leadership experience strongly preferred
Proven ability to lead work teams successfully, while displaying core leadership skills
Prior experience using radio-frequency scanner preferred.
Excellent verbal/written communication skills
Forklift certified or become forklift certified and be able to retain certification
Good problem-solving skills
Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Office and Outlook)
Excellent time management skills
Ability to create and maintain professional relationships with management, senior management, and corporate office personnel
Ability to make on the spot decisions based on training and experience
Stand for long period of time, up to 4 continuous hours, 8 - 12 hours during a shift
Walk up to 8 miles a day. Walking short distances through the department/building
Use hands/arms to operate required equipment and repetitive motion activities
Lift objects up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance
Communicate using speech, sight, and sound with or without assistive device
Bend, stoop or crouch while performing daily activities of the job
Effective verbal and written communications skills
Must be able to work in variable work locations

Responsibilities

Prepare and communicate daily work plans and goals based on facility needs
Complete all reporting required for pre and post shift and provide operational data from Inbound Processes
Work closely with Inbound Manager to achieve budgeted UPH and quality standards
Facilitate effective communication to associates in the department through daily huddles
Perform routine Inbound Warehouse Associate duties, including but not limited to scanning, counting, and stacking items onto carts/shelves, in a fast and accurate manner
Move product using a forklift
Responsible for following and promoting all safety rules, regulations and guidelines daily
Ensure that operations are aligned and performed to achieve Inbound key performance indicators including productivity, quality, and safety
Monitor work processes to determine how current processes could be improved from a productivity, quality, or safety perspective
Other duties as assigned