Warehouse Operations Manager

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY —

Reports to:

Regional Operations Manager. Direct reports: varies — Supervisors, Material Handlers, Drivers, Office Staff. Oversees warehouse and operational functions for a larger facility, including logistics, warehousing, and inventory management. Manages Supervisors and Office Staff. Ensures workplace health and safety requirements are met and takes responsibility for the security of the building and product. Manages warehouse operations in accordance with established procedures and policies.

This position requires 80% management responsibilities.

• Assumes responsibility for the measurement and effectiveness of all warehouse processes to include inventory management, transportation, customer service and personnel.
• Provides timely, accurate and complete reports on the operating condition of the warehouse as required.
• Communicates issues, programs, decisions and actions to Regional manager and other leaders, and departments as required.
• Maintains Warehouse facilities including equipment. Ensures that both the inside and outside of the facilities are clean and orderly.
• Develops and maintains productive business relations with vendors, suppliers and shippers.
• Provides leadership to assigned personnel through effective objective setting, delegation, and communication. Conducts regular meetings to ensure personnel are well informed of changes in policies and procedures. Enforces productivity standards.
• Assigns and coordinates personnel and scheduling to ensure workload is done efficiently. Keeps shift properly staffed and plans for high seasons.
• Manages the development of warehouse personnel. Provides measurable feedback, completes new hire 30/60/90 day reviews, and formulates and implements employee development plans as needed.
• Works with Human Resources to schedule interviews, hiring, training and managing issues as necessary.
• Proactively manages safety programs to ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provides monthly documented safety meetings. Investigates driver vehicle and workers' compensation accidents by completing appropriate documentation, investigating incidents and taking corrective action.
• Leads and supports loss prevention efforts by ensuring security equipment is maintained and facilities are secure.
• Partners with Sales to ensure field operations associates are proactive in meeting customer needs.
• Assists with goal-oriented strategic priorities, project management and process improvement initiatives.
• Manages and participates in business acquisitions, warehouse moves and special projects.
• Plans and manages warehouse operational expenses to meet financial goals and expense policies.
• Motivates, organizes and encourages teamwork within the workforce to ensure set productivity targets are met. Trains staff and monitors performance and progress.
• Oversees planned maintenance of vehicles, machinery and equipment.
• Prepares capital and operational budget for the facility.
• Determines efficient layout for smooth flow of products in and out of the warehouse.
• Promotes goodwill and a positive image of the Company.

• Physical demands:
  Standing, walking, sitting; use of hands; reaching; climbing stairs; balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling; talking, hearing, tasting and/or smelling; ability to lift products up to approximately 80 pounds; handling tires greater than approximately 70 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception and focus adjustment.
• Protective equipment required: steel or composite toe boots, safety vest, harness, seatbelt, self-retracting lifeline. Equipment provided by U.S. Auto Force except for boots.
• Work environment:
  May be exposed to weather conditions; noise level usually moderate; fumes from tires and occasionally car parts and lubricants.

• Bachelor's degree in business plus 2 years warehouse/operations or 6 years warehouse/operations experience.
• Proven leadership skills in a supervisory warehouse, operational or related role.
• Knowledgeable in material handling and inventory documentation.
• Knowledge of budgeting, supply…