Warehouse and Distribution Manager​/Branch Manager; Sumner, WA

Position: Warehouse and Distribution Manager/Branch Manager (Sumner, WA)
## Warehouse and Distribution Manager/Branch Manager (Sumner, WA)
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Auburn, Washington time type:
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Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R15444#
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* Job Description:

** Scholastic Reading Events are wondrous in-person experiences that empower kids to discover books for themselves.  Taking place in schools and rooted in Scholastic’s greater mission to use the power of books for the betterment of all kids, Fairs bring entire communities together.

At Scholastic Reading Events, we bring “the best school day of the year” in 110,000 unique pop-up shops annually.  Irresistibly defying expectations of how one must act in a library, Fairs raise over 200 million dollars in funds and resources for schools that host Fairs.  And we’re just getting started...We’re here to deliver an experience that inspires kids toward greatness.
In everything we do, we are committed to ensuring every kid, parent, caregiver, teen/tween, book fair organizer, and Employee feels seen, respected, and welcome as part of the Scholastic family.

We are currently in search of a Branch Manager to lead our local branch team.  This full-time position offers medical, dental and vision benefits, a Paid Time Off program that includes vacation, personal, and sick time, a generous 50% off discount on Scholastic merchandise, and a 401k with a company match.

Qualified candidates will be able to lead in the planning, scheduling, directing and execution of the day-to-day warehouse activities of a branch in the Book Fair Organization.  Evaluate and assess the team to ensure adherence to company standards and policies, and optimal performance.  This candidate will support our mission to encourage reading and promote lifelong learning and demonstrate our values of caring and respect for all people.

Serve as part of the team who builds and delivers Bookjoy as a Branch Manager. You will lead a dedicated team in an active environment where the daily activities of building a book fair include working safely and efficiently.

Budgeted Base Salary Range for this position is $95, 000 to $100,000 with additional performance bonus opportunity.
** JOB SUMMARY
** Direct responsibility to plan, schedule, direct and execute the day-to-day operational activities of small and medium-sized distribution centers in the Book Fair Organization. Evaluate and assess operations of Branch to ensure adherence to company standards and policies, and optimal performance, by performing the following duties
** JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
** Financial Management
* In conjunction with the Area Operations Manager, plan and prepare annual budget for Branch unit.
* Achieve financial results and manage business-operating costs effectively.
* Responsible for achieving Branch budgeted goals, including direct operating costs, revenue per fair through quality production and timely service to customers, and overall branch profitability.

Operations Management
* Implement operational efficiency improvements and utilize capacity planning and operational metrics to achieve branch’s financial results.
* Ensure the branch operates in an efficient manner by utilizing effective methods of packing, set-up, delivery, pick-up of book fairs; utilize capacity planning and staffing methods to assure optimum productivity.
* Oversee the production management system, including utilization of the system, to ensure that production plans are generated, implemented, and completed on a daily basis
* Conduct annual and semi-annual warehouse sales to reduce inventory levels and maximize revenue stream.
* Monitor, evaluate, and manage inventory utilization and inventory control procedures/processes to achieve company objectives.
* Ensure monthly Safety Meetings are conducted with full attendance and appropriate agenda and record-keeping.
* Oversee the completion of all required insurance forms in compliance with worker’s compensation, motor vehicle accidents, and personal property loss in a timely and efficient manner and distribute to appropriate parties as required.
* Maintain a clean, safe, and productive work environment while focusing on minimizing work-related injuries and auto losses, conducting injury…