Distribution Area Manager

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$70,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

Position Title: Area Manager I - E-Commerce Operations (Distribution Center)

Schedule:

Tuesday - Friday: 2:30pm - 12:00am

Saturday: 10:00am - 6:30pm

Ocean State Job Lot ("OSJL" or the "Company") is a dynamic $850+ million general merchandise retailer with a strong foothold across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. With over 170 stores currently and ambitious plans to reach 180 locations, OSJL offers exciting opportunities for growth and contribution. We are an opportunity-driven retailer owning over 50% of our operating locations, totaling 8 million square feet, demonstrating our stability and long-term vision.

At OSJL, you will be part of a team committed to delivering exceptional value to our customers while driving positive change and a more responsible future for retail within our communities.

The Area Manager - l role ( 2nd shift) within the Distribution Center ("DC") of OSJL is responsible for managing an operations team executing the day-to-day operations of a specified area within OSJL’s DC. The Area Manager - 1 role’s leadership, operational expertise, and strategic thinking are essential for driving performance, optimizing costs, and meeting customer demands.

• Cultivate and champion a culture of safety and well-being.
• Partner with management-level colleagues to standardize shift practices.
• Evaluate shift performance against key business objectives (“OKRs”) and implement strategies to enhance operational excellence.
• Direct and coach teams to consistently meet productivity, quality, and accuracy standards, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Manage associate performance, write performance reviews, and provide coaching and feedback.
• Lead and assist with hiring, coaching, and disciplinary actions for team members as well as train new team members.
• Ensure the timely and accurate completion of all required reports (e.g., wave reports, floor reports).
• Develop, assign, and oversee work schedules and assignments to ensure efficient department operations.
• Responsible for confirming final execution of each projection to constituents and for meeting allocation timelines.
• May be required to work closely with cross functional teams.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations.

• 6 or more years experience in leading and managing teams is preferred.
• Prior responsibility in large distribution center operations, logistics, supply chain and/or related fields is required.
• A college degree is preferred with a preferred focus on supply chain or logistics.
• Experience communicating with a wide range of stakeholders is required.
• Experience in using data or anecdotal evidence to influence business decisions is required.
• Robust computer skills are required, including, but not limited to, spreadsheets, documents, presentations, analytic tools, and Google platform proficiency (i.e., Sites, Slides, Drive, Docs, Sheets).
• Experience in Lean Six Sigma methodology and Kaizen continuous improvement tools preferred; continuous improvement project experience preferred.
• Works primarily in a distribution center environment.
• Responsible for physical activities including using equipment, bending, stooping, climbing to heights of 20 feet or more, reaching, and lifting on a frequent basis: should be able to lift and move 50 lbs of material on an occasional basis. A small portion of time will be sedentary, with near vision use for reading and computer use.
• The warehouse environment is characterized by temperature extremes, moderate noise, movement of conveyors and equipment, and other conditions associated with the operation of a high volume distribution center.
• Some work in a climate-controlled office environment remaining stationary at a desk, table, or computer workstation for extended periods of time. Frequently uses near vision for reading and computer tasks.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive Health Coverage:
  Including but not limited to Medical, Dental, Vision, and much more.
• 401K Program
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Associate Store 30% Discounts
• Enjoy complimentary access to OSJL-owned vacation properties, along with discounted gym memberships and 20% off at OSJL affiliated restaurants.
• Free lunch Fridays

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Distribution, Supply Chain, and Other

• Retail and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage