Warehouse Shift Manager

Ben E. Keith Company•Dallas, TX

84d•Onsite

About The Position

At Ben E. Keith Company, our legacy is strong—and our future is even stronger. For more than a century, we’ve been leaders in fine food and premium beverage distribution, known for delivering excellence and building lasting partnerships. Today, our Food Division spans multiple states, and our Beverage Division brings top beverage brands to communities across Texas. But what truly sets us apart is our commitment to people. We invest in our employees, empower growth, and create opportunities to make an impact—because when our people succeed, so do our customers and our business. Since 1906, that’s been our promise. The purpose of the Warehouse Shift Manager is to manage the daily operations of the day or night warehouse shift in accordance with company policies and supplier equity agreement guidelines. This position's primary duty is to manage the warehouse during his/her shift and supervise more than 2 full-time employees. Other duties of this position include, among other things, assisting the Warehouse Manager, processing inbound/outbound products transfers, managing product rotation in the warehouse, and maintaining the cleanliness of the warehouse. This position is also required to provide relief duties to fellow shift managers or inventory control.

Requirements

All applicants hired by Ben E. Keith Beverages are required by the State of Texas to obtain two TABC licenses
Excellent performance in previous BEK career path positions
Must have the ability to lead others and obtain desired results through motivation, communication, and leading by example
Working knowledge of warehousing strategies and concepts
Ability to learn and use relevant internal computer applications
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Able to coordinate multiple activities and follow through with commitments
Good oral and written communication skills and participate well in a team environment
Must be highly motivated and results oriented, with a strong attention to detail
Must be organized with the ability to handle multiple priorities
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
Must be able to read and write English
Must be 18 yrs. or older to apply
Ability to move products weighing up to 165 lbs., stoop, kneel, crouch, talk and hear
High school graduate or GED required

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of route accounting software preferred
Basic computer skills preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) preferred
Ability to use 10-key by touch preferred
Prior forklift experience preferred
Bachelor's degree or its equivalent preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Act as a mentor by coaching team; communicate best practices
Operate all company equipment safely and in a manner consistent with company policy
Perform other duties as assigned
Project a friendly, professional image at all times
Attend meetings as required
Prioritize multiple, competing priorities
Monitor and follow up on any issues needing corrective action
Assess performance of direct reports against established benchmarks and provide feedback.
Consistently demonstrate and model good management and self-management practices in support of Ben E. Keith culture
Ensure that the BEK administrative requirements are performed accurately and in a timely manner
Ensure team members adhere to all company policies and procedures
Screen, interview, and hire applicants as needed
Conduct regular field-based supervision of employee assignments and tasks
Train and certify direct reports on the use of company vehicles and other facility equipment
Ensure all vehicles are being maintained in a safe, operational condition; oversee the completeness and accuracy of documentation wherever necessary
Ensure company equipment is in safe, working condition; reports any incidents or unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor