Distribution Center Operations Leader

Tireco, Inc

East Hanover (NJ)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid weekly

Sick time

Vacation time – 2 weeks in first year

Paid holidays

Premium medical and dental coverage

Vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Life Insurance

Tire and wheel discounts

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Tireco, Inc. in East Hanover, NJ 07936 is seeking a Distribution Center Manager to oversee daily DC operations, scheduling drivers and supervisors, and ensuring timely shipments and paperwork. The ideal candidate will have a BS in business or related field, 2+ years of operations leadership, and strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Knowledge of DOT compliance is required. This full-time role offers a salary range of $80,000–$90,000 per year plus strong benefits and

Qualifications

A BS/BA degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Management, or equivalent work experience preferred
Minimum of 2 years’ operations leadership experience preferred
Experience managing fleet of delivery vehicles under DOT compliance
Operate a vehicle under DOT compliance
Possess a valid regular driver’s license, some states may require a Class D license
Insurable by Company’s insurance carrier
Strong leadership skills: train, motivate and direct the work of others
Strong organization and decision-making skills with an attention to detail
Strong oral and written communication skills
Proven customer service skills
Proven process improvement experience
Distribution center, fleet, and forklift safety
Working knowledge of OSHA
Knowledge of computers to operate effectively with Outlook, Word, and Excel
Budget management
Ability to operate a lift. All positions that require the use of a lift, will be provided training to obtain lift certification
Ability to become Smith System certified. Training will be provided by the company

Responsibilities

Responsible for all facility operations including scheduling and management of drivers, supervisors, leads and distribution center associates
Manage the day-to-day distribution center operations including unloading and loading of all shipments ensuring accuracy and timeliness of shipments and paperwork. Align workload, people management and process objectives
Enforce all programs; safety, operational, and personnel policies and procedures
Comply with federal, state, and local warehousing, fleet, material handling, and shipping requirements
Safeguard distribution center operations and contents by establishing and monitoring security procedures and protocols
Oversee a safe, clean, and orderly operating environment
Responsible for the accuracy of shipments
Ensure facility is in good condition; maintains a clean, efficient distribution center
Sustain distribution center staff through recruitment, selection, and training of team members
Identify and execute coaching opportunities to develop team members
Verify inventory accuracy through cycle count process to ensure inventory accuracy is maintained at levels acceptable to company standards
Ensure all will call orders are handled in an efficient and courteous manner
Ensure fleet is compliant with DOT regulations
Implement a monthly/yearly budget acceptable to cost control performance measures
Utilize a “Creativity before Capital” approach to managing and leading the facilities
Develop strategies and programs to reduce costs and lead times, increase inventory turns and order turnaround time
Responsible for providing outstanding customer service