This position will be supporting the VAS (Value Added Services) Department on the Day Shift, Monday - Thursday 7am-530pm.

 

Purpose:  The Operations Supervisor is a member of the Distribution Center management team. They will work to continuously optimize our DC operations by engaging with various stakeholders to improve operational metrics, and refine processes and remove waste from operations. This individual will be a strong people manager with the ability to effectively manage associates with varying levels of experience. The position requires someone who can work both autonomously and collaboratively in a demanding and often ambiguous environment with strong attention to detail and effective prioritization. 

 

Key Responsibilities:   

Manage specific functional area in Distribution Center and be accountable for achieving all productivity and quality targets  Train, manage and develop all DC associates  Maintain full working knowledge of the WCS and WMS platforms  Manage the collection, reporting and feedback regarding operations functions using SAP, excel, queries and WMS reporting  Report on operations metrics to evaluate DC area performance in productivity, quality, and safety  Create a positive team environment that encourages all associates to provide insights and feedback to improve processes, adapt to an ever-changing business, and stay focused on customer satisfaction  Maintain all OSHA safety standards including all reporting of accidents, injuries, damages, and potential threats to safety  Direct efforts on having all associates maintain a safe and orderly working environment  Identify, report, and follow up on any property damage or safety concerns  Help to lead Lean Six Sigma activities  Other duties as assigned 

 

Key Relationships:  

Interface with Distribution Director and Transportation Director   Facility Operations and Shift managers  Area Operations and Forklift associates 

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

Experience operating in high-volume distribution operations.  Good interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, with ability to effectively and efficiently interact with associates and senior DC management team.  Ability to accept and meet critical deadlines with good planning and organization skills  Strong analytical and data manipulation skills. Proficient use of Microsoft office applications  The job requires extensive walking and standing on hard surfaces  Regularly required to talk, hear; sit, stand and/or walk; use fingers, hands, arms and feet to feel, handle, grip, grasp, lift, operate, push, pull, bend, and/or twist for up to ten (10) hours/day  Occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel and/or crouch  Occasionally lift and carry items such as boxes weighing up to fifty (50) pounds  Ability to work safely on elevated surfaces (2nd level mezzanine) 

 

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:  

High school diploma or GED equivalent required  Minimum of two (2) years related distribution experience and/or training  Ability to work overtime and weekends as required 

 

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