Warehouse Manager

Dakota Supply Group•Rochester, MN

10h•$59,500 - $99,500•Onsite

About The Position

DSG is seeking a Warehouse Manager in our Rochester, MN location. In this salaried, exempt position, work typically ranges between the hours of 7:30am and 4:30pm, Monday through Friday, but may vary on occasion according to business needs. As a Warehouse Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day activities of warehouse and delivery operations, and for assigned warehouse personnel and activities. At DSG, we are dedicated to building futures one job at a time. Starting with yours. As an ESOP, we are a community of peers, first and foremost. And we focus on cultivating an environment of respect, teamwork and growth. Where your career path is rich with possibilities. Where every success is shared. And where every challenge is overcome together. For more than a century, we’ve delivered more than supplies, we’ve offered true partnership and valuable solutions. By continuing to empower the future of our vendors and customers, we will empower a future of ongoing success for all of us.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent, with secondary or post-secondary coursework concentrated in a related field, OR equivalent, relevant, on the job experience.
Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, methods, and best practices normally acquired in 3-5 years of field experience or equivalent training.
Outstanding interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.
An in-depth understanding of company policies, products, procedures, and operations.
The ability to plan, prioritize and organize work effectively and to work effectively under pressure and deadlines.
Applicable computer/technical skills as required for the job.
A knack for analyzing problems in order to propose reasonable solutions, make logical decisions, execute decisions, and follow-up with feedback as appropriate.
The physical ability to lift up to 60 lbs. on a regular basis, and up to 100 lbs. on an occasional basis.
An innate dedication to develop and support a teamwork environment.

Responsibilities

Maintain appropriate staffing levels; assist in interviewing and selecting applicants for hire
Train, motivate, monitor, and evaluate the performance of Warehouse Associates
Guide Associates through the review process, using coaching and development and disciplinary action as necessary
Plan and coordinate staffing, including scheduling weekend on-call warehouse and delivery coverage, and serve as backup for coverage as needed
Schedule and facilitate regular department meetings with associates to keep them informed on the status of business operations and departmental goals and issues
Plan, coordinate, and maintain the daily delivery schedule, and communicate daily with customers, drivers and members of our Sales Team
Oversee the fleet of vehicles to ensure their safety, cleanliness & proper maintenance
Ensure all Warehouse Associates follow proper policy and safety procedures, as defined by company policy, and that all accidents/incidents are reported
Monitor inventory control, including cycle counts, stock outs and shipping & receiving errors
Oversee that the movement of material from receiving to the warehouse is in an efficient, effective and safe manner
Oversee the rotation of inventories within the warehouse
Ensure materials are stored properly to conserve space and comply with safety procedures
Model courteous, prompt, and efficient service to customers as needed
Monitor and measure receiving and warehouse performance for accuracy of location, receiving, movement, and storage of all materials
Recommend measures to improve department operating efficiencies, working conditions, and Associate performance whenever possible
Perform other warehouse duties or projects as needed or assigned by the Branch Manager