Distribution Center Area Manager - Training

Foot Locker; Junction City (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

401(k) or Roth 401(k)

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Opportunities for Advancement

Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified\n

Strong Company Culture

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Foot Locker is seeking an Area Manager to lead the weekend shift Training team at the Junction City, KS distribution center. This leadership role focuses on safety, efficiency, and team performance while driving continuous improvement.

You will oversee daily operations, start-up meetings, and cost optimization in a fast-paced environment. The role requires 2+ years of leadership experience in a distribution center, proficiency in MS Office, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of leadership experience; distribution center exp preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong reasoning, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Teamwork and interpersonal communication across levels.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coach your team to achieve daily operational goals.
• Ensure compliance to EHS, quality, and employee relations standards.
• Utilize Lean Six Sigma tools to drive process improvements that optimize cost, efficiency, and product integrity while eliminating waste and process variation.
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and teamwork.
• Lead your team's daily shift start-up meetings and contribute input during site production meetings.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and support financial planning process.
• Manage labor plans and daily demands, making real-time decisions to optimize service and cost.
• Participate in internal and external audits and resolve findings effectively.
• Support hiring and talent development within your department.
• Troubleshoot WMS issues and support system improvements.

Skills

Leadership experience

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork & interpersonal

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Great brands reflect culture. The best ones help shape it. At Foot Locker, we’re rooted in sport, powered by style, and driven by the communities that move both. From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the intersection of sport, style, and self-expression.
As part of the DICK’S Sporting Goods family, you’re backed by the resources, reach, and career opportunities of a world-class sports company. That unleashes Foot Locker to keep pushing forward with the agility and edge that define the brand. We’re looking for great people who want to influence culture and the generation that is shaping what’s next.
Whether you’re building strategy, shaping innovations, or creating unforgettable customer moments, you’ll contribute to decisions and experiences that define our brands’ impact in the communities we serve.
Come change the game with us.
Join our team as an Area Manager and lead operations for the weekend shift Training team at our Junction City, KS distribution center. This is a leadership role for someone who thrives on problem-solving and delivering results in a fast-paced environment. You’ll oversee safety, efficiency, and team performance while driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coach your team to achieve daily operational goals
• Ensure compliance to EHS, quality, and employee relations standards
• Utilize Lean Six Sigma tools to drive process improvements that optimize cost, efficiency, and product integrity while eliminating waste and process variation
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and teamwork
• Lead your team's daily shift start-up meetings and actively contribute input during the site's daily production meetings
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and support financial planning process
• Manage labor plans and daily demands, making real-time decisions to optimize service and cost
• Participate in internal and external audits and resolve findings effectively
• Support hiring and talent development within your department
• Troubleshoot WMS issues and support system improvements

Qualifications

• 2+ years of leadership experience, distribution center environment preferred
• Comprehensive experience working with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
• Strong reasoning, analytical, and organizational skills
• Teamwork and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate with different levels within the organization

Preferred

• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma preferred
• Previous working knowledge of automated DC Systems and current RF technology preferred

At Foot Locker, We Value Innovation, Authenticity, And Integrity In All That We Do. To Uphold The Security And Fairness Of Our Hiring Process, We Ask That Candidates Refrain From Using AI Tools, Including ChatGPT, During Interviews And Assessments. To Ensure a Smooth And Secure Experience, Please Review The Following Guidelines

• Cameras must be on for all virtual interviews.
• AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews or assessments.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to create a transparent and equitable hiring experience.

Benefits

The annual base salary range is $70,000 - $90,000 / yr. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below.

• Employee Discount
• Paid Time Off
• Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage
• 401(k) | Roth 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
• Strong Company Culture
• Employee Resource Groups