Do it Best · 1 day ago
Warehouse Department Manager
Do it Best is a member-owned cooperative in the home improvement industry, based in Fort Wayne, IN. They are seeking a Warehouse Department Manager to lead a team, ensuring safe and efficient operations while supporting member store orders and driving operational excellence.
Wholesale
Responsibilities
Directly leads 30-40 staff members to include, but not limited to: staffing, training, coaching, performance management and problem resolution
Oversees the daily operation of the warehouse in partnership with the other Department Managers with responsibility for inventory control, receiving, stocking, replenishments, order filling, shipping, small parcel processing, and other support functions
Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures; and complying with legal regulations
Provide leadership in the supportive application of Human Resource Policy and Procedures
Resolve member store issues with a strong focus on customer service
Work with the management team to resolve staff issues in a timely, fair and consistent manner
Ensure the warehouse operates efficiently, and in accordance, with standard operating procedures
Forecast staffing, workload and performance results to meet business demands for workload and performance results for area of responsibility
Prepare, review, and/or analyze reports, and use information to identify operational improvements (e.g., production, quality, safety)
Must be at work on a regular and predictable basis or as scheduled and follow company policies and procedures and maintain a safe work environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in business or a related field (e.g., Management, Logistics, Business Administration) or equivalent experience
Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience
Team player who works productively with a wide range of people
Safety focus
Motivated self-starter, comfortable in a fast-paced environment
Manages time effectively and adapts quickly to changing priorities
Superior organizational skills, customer service, and project management skills
Experience with design and layout of distribution facilities and best-in-class operations
Knowledge of Google Suite, supply chain software (inventory/warehouse management and distribution software) and planning & allocations software
Positive attitude, professional demeanor and interpersonal skills
Coaching, team building and staff development
Ability to work in a deadline-oriented environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Analytical and problem solving skills
Preferred
Prior experience working in any of the following positions: Shipping/Receiving Supervisor, Inventory Manager, Merchandising/Stocking Supervisor, Warehouse Supervisor, Merchandise Supervisor, Associate Manager, Assistant Manager, Store Manager, Area Manager, Logistics Manager, Warehouse Manager, Assistant Warehouse Manager, Distribution Manager
Benefits
Full insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, & Vision
Paid time off to foster work/life balance
Profit sharing
Bonus Pay opportunities
Retirement funding opportunities
Education reimbursement
Health club reimbursement
Career advancement opportunities
Company
Do it Best
Based in Fort Wayne, Ind., we are the only U.S.-based, member-owned, comprehensive and fully integrated hardware, lumber and building materials buying cooperative in the home improvement industry.
Funding
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