Area Manager, DC Operations

Global Industrial; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Industrial is seeking a leader for their distribution center in Buford, Georgia. The role involves managing a process area, leading associates, and driving a performance-based culture to exceed operational goals.

The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, experience with Warehouse Management Systems, and a track record of positive change through operational excellence.

Join Global Industrial and help build a collaborative environment focused on delivering real results.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams in a distribution environment.
• Experience in implementing standard work and audit practices.
• Proven ability to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to manage a process area in a distribution center.
• Drive performance to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals.
• Conduct root cause analysis and apply corrective actions.
• Support safety and compliance programs to ensure a safe work environment.

Skills

Strong problem solving and analytical abilities

Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Driving positive change through lean implementation

Job description

Global Industrial

About Global Industrial

Global Industrial Company (NYSE: GIC) is a leading distributor of high-quality, industrial-strength equipment and supplies, serving organizations of all sizes across a wide range of industries. With more than 75 years of experience, customers rely on us for our broad portfolio of national and private brands, trusted service, and strong value proposition.

We help customers keep their operations running by delivering the right products when they need them—becauseWe Can Supply That.

Why Join Global Industrial

At Global Industrial, we’re One Team committed to delivering value and empowering our associates to grow. Our culture is built on:

• Meritocracy & Pay for Performance – Your impact drives your rewards
• High Say-Do Ratio – We follow through on our commitments
• Career Growth & Internal Mobility – We invest in your future
• Collaboration & Accountability – One team delivering real results

Make an impact. Be recognized. Grow your career with us.

Global Industrial — Delivering Value Starts Here

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of associates and occasionally supervisors to own and manage a process area within a distribution center
• Drive a performance-based culture in the area to meet or exceed stated performance objectives in safety, quality, productivity, customer experience and employee morale
• Implement and uphold standard work and audit practices for the team
• Conduct root cause analysis and drive corrective actions on misses on operational metrics
• Drive operational excellence by fueling continuous improvement efforts across various parts of operations
• Develop and share best practices across departments, shifts and other distribution centers
• Manage and develop associates through hiring, training, mentoring, clearly communicating job expectations, and drive accountability through counseling, and performance reviews
• Create, manage, and support associate recognition programs
• Support all safety and regulatory compliance programs to ensure a safe work environment for all associatesEnsure area and shift readiness requirements met daily and associate barriers are quickly addressed
• Develop collaborative operational plans across multiple shifts and departments
• Align operational capacity requirements with headcount planning to meet daily operational goals and customer commitments through shift planning, capacity balancing and strong execution
• Follow daily and hourly leadership routines to drive timely completion of all key activities
• Ensure equipment is maintained to standards, and is being operated safely and effectively at all times
• Provide associates with all available tools and resources to perform their duties in an efficient and safe manner
• Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies and skills

• Strong problem solving and analytical abilities to provide thought provoking and workable business solutions
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Proven track record of driving positive change through lean implementation and Kaizen events, and delivering strong results
• Adept at motivating team members in a deadline driven environment
• Ability to operate independently and efficiently in an ambiguous environment
• Hands on experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

EEO/AA Statement

Global Industrial provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.