Lead

Crate and Barrel; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Crate and Barrel is seeking a Distribution Center Lead to support supervision, organize workflow and train associates in a fast-paced facility. You will drive daily productivity, ensure safety, and coach team members on equipment usage while maintaining strong communication with leadership.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years in a DC role, proficiency with English, basic math, and familiarity with tools like AS400 and JDA.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a Distribution Center role.
• Equipment certification as needed.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support the supervisor to organize, motivate and train associates.
• Direct daily/weekly work assignments in the Distribution Center.
• Oversee operations in the absence of floor supervisors or floor managers.
• Ensure productivity standards and communicate KPIs.
• Direct associates on equipment use and troubleshoot problems.
• Perform tasks to set the pace for daily productivity.
• Maintain open communication and support professional growth.
• Rotate through departments to meet business demands.
• Participate in training on technology upgrades and new systems.
• Complete tasks to achieve daily productivity and quality goals.

Skills

Training resources

Teamwork

KPIs

Loss prevention

English proficiency

Basic math

Google Suite

AS400

JDA

Time management

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

AS400

JDA

Job description

A day in the life of a Distribution Center Lead...

• Assists and supports the supervisor to help organize, motivate and train associates
• In coordination with the floor supervisor, directs daily/weekly work assignments in the Distribution center
• Oversees all operations and associate activities in the absence of floor supervisors or floor managers, as needed or assigned
• Ensures productivity standards are met by communicating personal and team key performance indicators
• Directs associates on the proper use of Distribution Center equipment and troubleshoot problems, as necessary
• Performs the tasks associated with the department to set the pace for daily productivity.
• Be a resource to associates by supporting open communication and being available to answer questions and concerns
• Supports and assists the floor supervisor and/or floor manager in all aspects of performance and development of direct reports to encourage professional growth.
• Establishes open and two-way conversation with all associates
• Asks for and gives clear and constructive feedback
• Cleans up and disposes boxes, packing material, and pallets, as well as general housekeeping of facility and specific product line areas
• Rotates through different departments, as necessary, to meet the demands of the business
• Participates in ongoing training regarding technology upgrades and new systems applicable to the position
• Performs all job tasks assigned by the leadership staff to achieve and maintain daily productivity and quality goals

What you'll bring to the table...

• Possess a complete understanding of training and communication resources relevant to the position
• Promotes a culture of respect and an atmosphere of teamwork to foster a positive working environment
• Promotes and supports the company vision and goals, including applicable key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Maintains an awareness of loss prevention, security and safety following the guidelines as outlined in the Company Code of Conduct and Associate Policy manuals
• Proficiency in English language skills (written and verbal)
• Basic math skills
• Google Suite experience preferred
• AS400 and JDA knowledge preferred
• Excellent time management skills and ability to complete daily tasks when faced with frequent interruptions
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast paced and growing environment

We’d love to hear from you if you have...

• A minimum of 2 years of Distribution Center experience
• Equipment certification as needed
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent