Distribution Manager - Phoenix, United States - Shurtape Technologies, LLC

Shurtape Technologies, LLC

Verified Company

Phoenix, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Overview:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Distribution Manager develops, leads, and manages a team of employees required to execute the daily shipping and receiving functions required to get the right product to the right place in a safe and efficient manner while supporting departments and corporate goals.

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Fouryear college degree or equivalent field experience
35 years frontline supervision experience is highly preferred.
Strong communication and conflict management skills
Solid Analytical and problemsolving skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Knowledge of logistics /supply chain systems and practices
Experience managing inbound / outbound DC functions
Understand Lean Six Sigma techniques (TIMWOOD)
Group facilitation skills
Ability to take calculated risks based on experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Ability to lift, bend, & stoop when required and stand for extended periods
Occasional heavy lifting up to 50 pounds
Ability to work in front of a laptop or PC workstation for extended periods of time
Occasional standing, sitting, walking, and talking on the phone

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a fast-paced work environment with consistent pressure to complete duties as outlined above which requires ability to manage multiple projects at a detailed level and provide support to many internal departments in a fast-changing environment.

Many duties listed above are time-sensitive and have strict deadlines for completion.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status._

Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Directs the daily staffing to complement the workload as prioritized by the shipment planner and receiving schedule
Supervises team performance including recognizing achievements and addressing poor performance on a regular basis.
Communicates and solves item issues timely with appropriate departments (i.e. Customer Care, Sourcing, Manufacturing, etc.)
Responsible for productivity performance enhancements and improvements. Drives operational improvements and efficiencies. Presents warehouse enhancements to Logistics Manager/Director for approval.
Monitors the Warehouse Management System to manage the daily workload and assists team members in problem solving
Counsels individuals not meeting required expectations according to discipline procedures
Enforces accountability regarding productivity, quality, housekeeping, and safety standards
Communicate with staffing agency and Logistics Manager/Director on job performance for temporary staff
Authorizes routine equipment repairs (internal and external) that pertain to the operation
Documents and reports hourly partner attendance
Renders feedback regarding the performance of hourly Partners and Associates
Develop talent by position and train team to be highly efficient
Organizes the daily manpower efficiently to achieve optimum shipments and receipts
Upholds excellent departmental communications (internal and external)
Monitors labor management daily for compliance
Achieves individual and team goals and promotes employee engagement
Refuses deliveries that do not meet company standards
Composes and administers performance appraisals (offcycle and annual)
Leads huddles to communicate relevant information on a timely basis
Supports all safety related topics. Reports, investigates, and communicates all safety incidents/initiatives
Maintains a housekeeping program
Assists truck drivers with relevant paperwork and handling of external customer calls
Performs special projects as assigned by the Logistics Manager/Director
Facilitates safety sub committees as assigned
Monitors equipment hour's usage for contractual compliance.
Utilizes KPI / report tools
Manage and direct up to 5 people.
Develops operational budgets and approves expenses.
Proposes overtime to meet the daily goals
Supports continuous improvement projects
Ability to manage costs drivers and improvement targets.
Challenge processes and workflow
Communicates effectively with all levels of the organization
Manage in a wellorganized and disciplined fashion with selfmotivation and accountability