Warehouse Lead

Sysco•Anchorage, AK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

In collaboration with the Warehouse Supervisor, the Warehouse Lead determines daily workload, sets priorities and directs team with meeting daily objectives while providing superior service to Company’s Distribution Centers, Customers and Suppliers while maintaining a positive and proactive relationship with management and employees.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
2-5 years’ warehouse experience, including strong knowledge of Import/Export receiving and shipping and inventory control processes, procedures and practices
Must be familiar with related OSHA regulations
Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and professional interactive skills are necessary to perform at a high degree of proficiency
Ability to effectively write and present information/reports and respond to questions from suppliers, customers, management and inter-department staff
Capable of working with internal staff from other departments in a proactive and constructive manner
Strong leadership skills, including the ability to mentor and develop individuals and teams
Able to engage and lead team discussions and meetings
Understands team dynamics and works well within a team structure
Collaborative management style and a strategic team player
Delegates responsibilities effectively
Able to understand team dynamics and work well within a team structure
Capable of working with associates from other departments and shifts in a proactive and constructive manner
Ability to add, subtract, multiply & divides into all units of measure
Compute rate, ratio, and percent
Able to use whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to understand and execute all relevant policies and procedures in a consistent, timely and objective manner
Ability to read, follow and execute all safety guidelines in the warehouse
Customer Service – Respond promptly to requests for service and assistance as needed. Follow up as needed
Planning / Organization - Ability to prioritize and manage multiple priorities/deadlines and shift priorities as necessary. Uses time effectively
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Develops alternative solutions
Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Makes timely decisions
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure. Follows through on commitments
Detail Oriented – Attention to details and accuracy
Proven experience in performing in a diverse workforce
Ability to build working relationships with internal business partners, vendors, and customers
Proficient use of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook)

Nice To Haves

Experience with High jump/PeopleSoft, Voice Recognition and RF devices preferred
Must be certified on warehouse equipment
WMS (Warehouse Management System) experience preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinate with Supervisors to determine the daily, weekly, and monthly workload.
Direct team of employees and provide leadership and assistance with the daily operations to meet all daily objectives.
Assist employees with exceptions and problem resolution.
Perform warehouse duties including but not limited to:
Unloading and loading of shipments
Put away and replenishment
Receiving a selection of products
Item demand/count checks
Communicate any issues or suggestions to Supervisor
Train and assess new employees and re-train as necessary
Ensure all employees are performing duties accurately and efficiently
Assist management with safety initiatives
Assist management with other duties as needed