Warehouse Operations Manager (FOR INTERNAL OR LAID-OFF EMPLOYEES ONLY)

Los Angeles Unified School District

6d • Onsite

About The Position

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.

Requirements

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree, preferably in business administration, public administration, logistics/supply chain management or operations management. Additional qualifying experience beyond that required may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis provided that graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency is met.
• Five years of experience in warehouse or logistics operations.
• Three years of the required experience must have been in a supervisory capacity.
• A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California and the use of a motor vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• Warehouse management systems, networks, and programs to process information related to the acquisition, storage, and distribution of stock items
• Inventory management
• Warehouse operations and methods used in receiving, inspecting, storing, distributing, and delivering materials, supplies, equipment, and food
• Stock items including supplies, equipment, furniture, and food
• Commodity markets and prices
• Factors affecting quantities of commodities to be kept on hand
• Warehouse safety and security
• Principals of supervision and training
• Recognize, analyze, and deal effectively with problems and issues
• Understand, interpret, and apply rules, policies, regulations, and provisions of collective bargaining agreements.
• Utilize electronic databases and warehouse management systems
• Maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with District employees, employee representatives, special interest groups, and the public
• Plan, schedule, and delegate work and expedite flow of materials
• Understand, interpret, and analyze data and reports, including key performance indicators
• Work well under pressure of multiple priorities and short deadlines
• Identify training needs and develop on-the-job and formal training programs
• Calculate weights, volumes, costs, usage rates, and other data related to stock items
• Supervise, train, and evaluate the work of direct and non-direct reporting personnel
• Promote equal opportunity in employment and maintain a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment
• Maintain confidentiality

Responsibilities

• Managing the purchasing, inventorying, storing, cataloging, and distributing of stock commodities including supplies, equipment, furniture, and food.
• Developing and recommending policies, procedures, regulations, and schedules.
• Participating in the development, implementation, and debugging of computerized systems for the acquisition, storage, tracking, and distribution of stock items, and recommends modifications as needed.
• Directing studies and surveys designed to improve efficiency in material handling and warehouse operations.
• Interpreting and explaining warehouse best practices to District administrators and staff.
• Directing the receiving and inspection of all stock commodities.
• Implementing procedures for handling salvaged and donated materials.
• Developing and supervising security control procedures for warehouse operations.
• Monitoring compliance with governmental regulations regarding receipt, storage, and distribution.
• Directing the development and operation of in-service training and workplace safety programs.
• Recommending repair or replacement of warehouse equipment and repair of or alterations to warehouse facilities.
• Participating in planning new facilities to meet the future demand of departmental operations.
• Compiling data in connection with the preparation of specifications for material handling equipment and other equipment as necessary.
• Administering budgets and managing personnel related matters to improve service and ensure operational efficiencies.
• Interpreting and applying provisions of collective bargaining agreements and participates in labor management committees.
• Serving as one of the logistics liaisons for the Materiel Management Branch.

Benefits

• District paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents; and life insurance plans.
• Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
• 24 days each year.
• Up to 13 days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager