Retail Distribution Center Supervisor jobs in United States
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Ashley Global Retail · 2 months ago

Retail Distribution Center Supervisor

Ashley Global Retail is the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, seeking a Retail Distribution Center Operations Supervisor to lead and develop a team. This role focuses on motivating the team while ensuring safety, quality, and productivity through data-driven decisions and analytical problem solving.

E-CommerceFurnitureLifestyleRetail

Responsibilities

Champion all safety programs and OSHA compliance to ensure a safe work environment for all employees. Complete safety walks within area of responsibility; validate and document safety incidents. Lead process improvement events to improve safety standards
Control inventory integrity within area of responsibility. Partner with Inventory leadership regularly to discuss inventory gaps. Create and execute action plans to correct systemic and behavioral issues that negatively affect inventory integrity
Lead process improvement events such as Kaizens, system upgrade implementations, safety blitzes, general process path projects, etc. Coach and teach LEAN and other continuous improvement strategies and methodologies within specific area of responsibility. Own the validation and quantification of financial gains of process improvements
Regularly partner with cross-functional team members to ensure that effective flow and quality standards are being met. Work to ensure that area of responsibility is in compliance with regulatory standards set by the company. Partner regularly with support functions to ensure that area of responsibility is current with ongoing initiatives as well as to develop new ways to close process gaps
Make employment decisions and/or recommendations on hiring, improvement plans, transfers, promotions, corrective actions, terminations, pay adjustments, etc
Coordinate and manage the work of employees by directing members of the team to meet the area’s goals. Audit regularly to ensure standard operating procedures are being adhered to
Manage employee performance and assist employees in making improvements to their performance through coaching, mentoring and administering performance reviews. Recommend, plan and/or implement employee training and skill development activities
Audit, maintain and ensure employee time-keeping and absentee records are accurate
Communicate company and departmental issues and goals and facilitate employee growth and development through weekly team meetings, regular individual employee meetings, coaching, training, and company-offered learning opportunities
Manage resources to optimize equipment, facilities, employees, methods and materials
Demonstrate the Company’s Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions
Maintain reliable attendance
Actively participate in departmental meetings, training and education. Assist with training other employees and providing backup
Complete other assignments and special projects as requested

Qualification

LEAN methodologySix SigmaKaizen Process ImprovementPIV LicenseData drivenAnalytical skillsDocument management systemMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunicationTime managementInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Specialized training beyond high school that can be obtained in one year or less
3 years of experience in manufacturing, warehousing and/or delivery or related area
Company issued PIV License or ability to obtain within 30 days
Knowledge of LEAN, Six Sigma, Kaizen Process Improvement methodology
Ability to thrive in an ambiguous environment
Action Oriented – dedicated to making and meeting deadlines
Ability to speak to large audiences and present to senior leadership
Data driven
Strong attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Effective time management and organizational skills
Work independently as well as in a team environment
Document management system
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Maintain confidentiality
Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement
Handle multiple projects simultaneously within established time constraints
Proficient computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite, internet
Perform under strong demands in a fast-paced environment
Work professionally with customers and co-workers to efficiently serve our customers, treating both with enthusiasm and respect
Display empathy, understanding and patience with employees and external customers
Respond professionally in situations with difficult employee/vendor/customer issues or inquiries

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

Benefits

Health
Dental
Vision
Life/Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k)
Paid Holidays
40 hours paid vacation
40 hours of California Paid Sick Leave

Company

Ashley Global Retail

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Who We Are: Ashley is the largest furniture store brand in North America—a distinction we’ve held since 2005.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Caitlin Carnahan
Marketing Manager, Brand Partnerships
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Christopher Wantlin
Chief Retail Officer
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