Distribution Center Area Manager - Weekdays

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

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Paid Time Off

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(k) | Roth 401(k)

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Foot Locker, Inc. is seeking an Area Manager to lead the weekday operations at the Junction City, KS distribution center. This role focuses on safety, efficiency, and team performance while driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

You will oversee labor planning, coach staff, and lead daily shift meetings, ensuring adherence to EHS and quality standards. In this capacity you will guide process improvements and provide strategic input for production planning and cost management.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or higher in Logistics, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of leadership experience in a distribution center preferred
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience preferred
• Experience with automated DC systems and RF technology preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and data analysis

Responsibilities

• Direct and coach your team to meet daily operational goals
• Ensure compliance with EHS, quality, and safety standards
• Lead process improvement initiatives using Lean/Six Sigma
• Manage labor plans and optimize service and cost
• Lead daily shift meetings and assist production planning
• Troubleshoot WMS issues and support system improvements
• Participate in audits and resolve findings
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and support budgeting and financial planning
• Foster accountability, engagement, and teamwork
• Support hiring and talent development within the department

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Associate degree or higher in Logistics/Operations/Business/Engineering

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

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.

Join our team as an Area Manager and lead operations for the weekday tilt trays team. 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 at our Junction City, KS distribution center.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 7am-5:30pm

Responsibilities

• Direct and coach your team to achieve daily operational goals

• Ensure compliance with EHS, quality, and safety standards

• Spearhead process improvement initiatives using Lean/Six Sigma tools

• Manage labor plans and make real-time decisions to optimize service and cost

• Lead daily shift meetings and contribute to production planning

• Troubleshoot WMS issues and support system improvements

• Participate in audits and resolve findings effectively

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and support financial planning

• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and teamwork

• Support hiring and talent development within your department

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or higher in Logistics, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent years of work related experience preferred

• 2+ years of leadership experience in a distribution center environment preferred

• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma preferred

• Demonstrated knowledge of automated DC Systems and current RF technology 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

• Ability to read, write, operate computer, conduct business-related mathematics, and analyze data as required

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