DC Operations Leader: Growth, Efficiency & Safety

Home Depot; Tewksbury (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Home Depot is seeking a DC Operations Manager to lead inbound, warehouse, outbound, and transportation activities in a large distribution center, partnering with the General Manager to drive productivity and cost efficiency. This role requires coaching hourly associates and sustaining a safe, union-free work environment.

You will supervise multiple supervisors, optimize warehouse layout, manage 3PL relationships when needed, and adapt to seasonal demands while focusing on safety metrics and

Qualifications

• Must be eighteen years of age or older.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
• Bachelor's degree concentration in Operations Management, Business or Supply Chain.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Willingness to relocate for advancement.

Responsibilities

• 20% Managing to ensure operational excellence in all warehouse areas, efficient operations of warehouse management system(s) and related equipment, inventory is received appropriately and efficiently and safely processed in the warehouse, proper layout of warehouse and product placement, and proper maintenance and organization of all warehouse areas so that it's appearance is conducive to creating a perfect load for our Stores and Customers
• 20% Assists GM or AGM with the evaluation of the effectiveness of and recommends alternatives for work methods, procedures, controls and staffing to achieve accurate and timely movement and processing of product; manage to ensure warehouse layout is optimally aligned for maximum efficiency as seasonality and inventory needs require.
• 15% Assists GM and/or AGM with the DC's financial, operational, people and process and service related objectives to drive continuous improvement and efficiency gains to reduce overall cost-to-serve; leads associates, and peers to anticipate and solve problems and plan for upcoming events, seasonal changes, etc. Depending on DC, may assist in management of 3PL provider to ensure optimal performance and metrics are achieved.
• 15% Coaches, trains, and develops Associates informally and through formal training programs, providing both informal (e.g. on-floor coaching) and formal (e.g. written evaluation) job performance based feedback. Maintains a union free work environment by creating an employee-centered work place that demonstrates care and concern for all Associates.
• 15% Ensures a culture of safety throughout the organization by following Home Depot safety policies and procedures - monitor DC safety, physical security and operational metrics on a daily, weekly and monthly basis
• 15% Depending on need, may work with the GM to manage relationship with #3PL onsite delivery or transportation agent for all outbound loads, review transportation carrier performance with transportation Associates

Skills

Change Management

Flexibility Schedule

Relocation Availability

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Business or Supply Chain

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Home Depot is seeking a DC Operations Manager to lead inbound, warehouse, outbound, and transportation activities in a large distribution center, partnering with the General Manager to drive productivity and cost efficiency. This role requires coaching hourly associates and sustaining a safe, union-free work environment.

You will supervise multiple supervisors, optimize warehouse layout, manage 3PL relationships when needed, and adapt to seasonal demands while focusing on safety metrics and