Distribution Center General Manager Groveport, OH

PetSmart Store Support Group, Inc.; Ohio; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pet care industry is seeking a General Manager for their Ohio distribution center. This role is pivotal in providing strategic direction and operational management to enhance efficiency and productivity within the center. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience and a strong background in team leadership, inventory control, and operational efficiency. Join us in creating a culture of engagement where employees thrive.

Benefits

Pet friendly environment

On-site Dog Park

Fitness classes and personal trainers

Café with meals

On-site coffee bar

Daycare facility

Volunteer events with PetSmart Charities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant work experience, including 5+ managing teams.
• Knowledge of distribution operations.
• Proven leadership and coaching capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for the Distribution Center.
• Direct productivity goals and manage inventory.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Strategic Direction

Inventory Control

Team Management

Communication

Planning and Organizing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Master’s Degree (helpful)

Tools

EXE

Job description

About the Team

Our distribution centers are home to a dedicated team of associates, all working toward the same purpose: delivering our innovative products and solutions to pet parents across the country. Whatever role you choose within the distribution team, you’ll also discover fulfilling ways to achieve your goals. From the resources you need to grow your career to a fun, fast-paced work environment, we offer the whole package – and then some.

About the Location

Onsite Position:

About the Job

The General Manager (GM) is responsible for providing strategic direction, implementing initiatives and providing solutions to improve performance within their building. The GM creates a culture of associate engagement and strategically works to drive that culture through the leaders and initiatives.

Roles and Responsibilities include:

OPERATIONS EXPECTATIONS:

• Provide strategic direction for the Distribution Center.
• Direct productivity goals, inventory control, and housekeeping.
• Develops plans for cost reduction, process improvement, scheduling enhancement, and labor hours reduction.
• Commitment to business goals. Emphasize the need to deliver quality products and service.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

• Provide ongoing training, coaching, guidance, and instruction for DistributionCenter Leaders.
• Communicate required policy revisions, company updates, and process revisions in a professional manner.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.

SAFETY:

• Upholds, supports, and maintains company safety standards at all times.
• Counsel managers, supervisors and associates violating safety policies.
• Ensure warehouse is clean, neat, and free of safety hazards.
• Handles potential safety violations/hazards to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.

MISCELLANEOUS:

• Special projects as assigned by Regional Director and Home Office.
• Creates performance appraisals on direct reports and evaluates the performance appraisals conducted on associates and management in the dc for consistency

QUALIFICATIONS Include, but are not limited to the following:

• Possesses 7+ years relevant work experience, which includes at least 5 years of experience managing teams or projects.
• Knowledge of distribution in shipping, receiving, order filling, and inventory control.
• Advanced EXE experience desired.
• Requires proven planning, organizing and interpersonal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field is required Master’s Degree is helpful

About the Culture

At PetSmart, we work hard to create a culture where every associate feels like they truly belong and we celebrate the unique stories, backgrounds, and experiences our associates share. These experiences not only bring new perspectives in shaping our Belonging culture but they’re core to PetSmart’s success.

Not sure if you meet 100% of the position requirements and whether you should apply? We’d still like to hear from you and encourage you to apply with us! You just may be the ideal candidate for this role, and if not this one, perhaps another position.

Our home office offers outstanding amenities in a fun and rewarding workplace including:

• Pet friendly environment, bring your pets to work!
• On-site Dog Park
• “Top Dog” gym with equipment, fitness classes, massage therapists and personal trainers
• “Sit & Stay” Café serving fresh breakfast and lunch options
• On-site coffee bar
• “Lil’ Paws” learning center and onsite daycare facility (associate paid)
• Volunteer events with PetSmart Charities
• Learn more about #LifeAtPetSmart here:https://www.lifeatpetsmart.com/life-at-petsmart/
• Check out Associate stories and share in some celebrations at PetSmart:https://www.blog.lifeatpetsmart.com/
• Explore PetSmart Benefits here:https://benefits.petsmart.com/
• If you don't already live in the Phoenix area here's a guide to the area: Welcome to Phoenix Guide

PetSmart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.