Warehouse Department Manager

Warehouse Department Manager

Location: Medina, OH
Level: Salary
Reporting To: General Manager
Travel: N/A
Schedule: Day Shift

The Distribution Center (DC) Warehouse Department Manager position leads a team of hourly staff through coaching and professional development to support member store orders. A successful team member will drive operations toward excellence, partnering with warehouse and organization vendors and member stores. The top operational priority is ensuring team members work safely while balancing productivity and quality.

Prior Experience Encouraged: 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

• Directly lead 30-40 staff members, including staffing, training, coaching, performance management and problem resolution.
• Oversee daily operations partnering with other Department Managers, responsible for inventory control, receiving, stocking, replenishment, order filling, shipping, small parcel processing and 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 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.
• Prepare, review and/or analyze reports, using information to identify operational improvements.
• Must be at work on a regular and predictable basis as scheduled and follow company policies and procedures and maintain a safe work environment.

• 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.

• 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.

Based in Fort Wayne, IN, Do it Best is the only US-based, member-owned comprehensive and fully integrated hardware, lumber, and building materials buying cooperative in the home improvement industry. With annual sales of nearly $6 billion, Do it Best serves thousands of member-owned locations across the United States and more than 60 other countries, and is now part of the Do it Best Group, the world’s largest independent home improvement co‑op.

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Each team member is valued as an individual - with their intrinsic value at the forefront. We prioritize your career growth through one‑on‑one training, conferences, tuition assistance, mentoring and more. We encourage authentic relationships by hosting social events and fostering a culture where lasting friendships are made. The three most valued aspects of being part of the Do it Best team are the culture, the compensation, and the level of fulfillment that each role experiences.

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