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Pet Food Experts · 1 month ago

Distribution Center Operations Manager

Bartlett, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Pet Food Experts is the nation's leading pet specialty distributor, serving over 10,000 pet retail locations nationwide. The Operations Manager will oversee all aspects of the Distribution Center with a focus on Outbound Operations, building and retaining a skilled team to achieve business and community results.

Food and BeverageRetail

Responsibilities

Act as an expert in standard operations plans and processes

Support Sr DC Manager in process deep dives and root cause analysis to deliver on balanced Key Performance Indicators related to: Safety, People, Quality, Delivery, Cost

Streamline operations utilizing process flow mapping, KPIs, risk assessments, and other continuous improvement functions to develop corrective action plans to resolve barriers

Provide clear communication to drive participation in improvement processes and change management

Ensure team Members’ abilities to accurately perform essentials functions through effective

Provide coaching, training, and cross functional development while fostering a high degree of morale, diversity and inclusion

Provide appropriate level of hands on instruction and strategic direction to ensure employees have clear path to operational success, including development of the Leadership Team to effectively oversee the daily routines of their assigned Team Members

Qualification

Warehouse operations knowledgeSupervisory experienceCertified warehousing equipment operationProcess improvementSafety knowledgeAttention to detailTime managementMentoring skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent related work experience required

5+ years of experience in warehousing, receiving, inventory control or shipping in a distribution environment, 2+ years of direct supervisory experience with a team of more than 10 people

Knowledge of warehouse operations, preferably in a distribution environment

Certified to operate warehousing equipment including forklift, reach truck, and electric ride on jack

Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions

Strong attention to detail and good time-management with the ability to multi-task and follow up

Reliable transportation with a very flexible schedule solid attendance and a positive, professional attitude, acting as a mentor and setting good examples to team members