Warehouse Manager

National DCP • Lockport, IL

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Manager oversees warehouse operations at the assigned distribution center, including the selection and outbound loading of dry and refrigerated trailers and receiving inbound product. The position is accountable for safe, efficient operations, on-time route dispatch, staffing, facility upkeep, operational performance, and the warehouse operation’s P&L. It supervises warehouse associates and works with Transportation and other supporting departments to address operational needs.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of warehouse operations experience and progressive hands-on supervisory or management experience.
• Ability to understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform essential functions safely, including using voice-directed warehouse technology and understanding work and safety instructions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards and regulations.
• WMS experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to work varying schedules to learn and support various Warehouse Operations.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a food distribution environment.
• Financial acumen and previous P&L responsibility.
• SAP experience.
• Experience using voice-selecting applications; Vocollect experience is desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Monitor employee performance and ensure warehouse departments meet the daily plan.
• Manage Warehouse Supervisors, Receivers, Selectors, and Loaders at the assigned distribution center.
• Ensure orders are selected and trucks are loaded for on-time dispatch of all routes.
• Evaluate procedures and staff performance and make changes to improve efficiency; counsel, document, and discipline as necessary.
• Partner with Transportation to address driver concerns about load quality and OS+D.
• Interview, select, and train Selectors and Supervisors to maintain appropriate staffing levels.
• Ensure compliance with company safety and selection procedures.
• Train and promote safe operation of material handling equipment.
• Communicate with warehouse associates about safety, organization, and cleanliness.
• Maintain and present production and service metrics reports to upper management as needed.
• Manage facility maintenance and upkeep.
• Hold P&L responsibility for the assigned distribution center’s warehouse operation.
• Execute operations based on daily case volume.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with departments that support Operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Company-paid life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and discretionary time, and paid holidays.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Discount programs.
• Tuition discount program.
• Competitive salary and 10% of base bonus potential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED