Lead, DC Operations - Forward Pick (B Shift) | $26.50/hr + $1.00 Shift Differential

Global Sports Jobs Limited; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 75,933,000 - 81,554,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer match

Parental leave

Education assistance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

adidas in Indianapolis seeks a Lead, DC Operations - Forward Pick to drive labour allocation and lead a team of up to 50 hourly associates within the Supply Chain & Sourcing group. You will coach, monitor workflows, and champion safety and process improvements on a fast-paced distribution floor.

The role requires strong problem-solving skills, experience in DC operations, and proficiency in Excel, Outlook, and WMS concepts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two (2) years related distribution experience and/or training.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required.
• Required to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a large group of co-workers.
• Positive and enthusiastic approach.
• Strong knowledge of DC operations, including storage methods and material flow.
• Performance and metrics driven mindset.
• Excel, Outlook, Word and working knowledge of WMS principles.
• Ability to develop and share best practices.
• Regularly required to talk, hear; sit, stand and/or walk; use fingers, hands, arms and feet to feel, handle, grip, grasp, lift, operate, push, pull, bend, and/or twist for up to twelve (12) hours/day.
• Occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel and/or crouch.
• Occasionally lift and carry items such as boxes weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Work safely on elevated surfaces (2nd level mezzanine).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Operation Supervisor to lead a team of up to 50 hourly associates.
• Utilize warehouse tools, including RF guns and computer kiosks, to update transactions in the WMS and LM.
• Follow all SOPs and model best practices.
• Train and coach associates to achieve operational goals and service levels.
• Mentor teammates to prepare for future career opportunities.
• Foster a positive team environment and encourage feedback to improve processes.
• Maintain a safe and orderly working environment and report safety concerns.
• Participate in Lean Six Sigma activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

WMS

Job description

About the Role

The Lead, DC Operations - Forward Pick supports the operations leadership team by contributing to labour allocation, leading meetings, assigning job duties, coaching for success, creating a safe and collaborative work environment, and driving process improvement. The role is highly technical and requires strong problem-solving skills. The Lead works closely with department supervisors to monitor work flows, manage dwells, and drive overall shift performance, and leads a team of up to 50 hourly associates within the Supply Chain & Sourcing team. The role interacts with the operations management team, Human Resources, Inbound/Outbound Distribution personnel, Inventory Control associates, and the Lean Six Sigma team.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Operation Supervisor to lead a team of up to 50 hourly associates.
• Utilize warehouse tools, including radio frequency hand held units (“RF Guns”) and computer kiosks, to update transactions within the warehouse management system (WMS) and log activities in the Labour Management (LM) module.
• Understand and act as a role model in following all standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Train and coach associates to achieve all operational goals and service levels.
• Mentor and develop teammates to perform better in their current roles while preparing them for future career opportunities.
• Help to foster a positive team environment that encourages all associates to provide insights and feedback to improve processes, adapt to an ever-changing business, and stay focused on customer satisfaction.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe and orderly working environment.
• Identify, report, and follow up on any property damage or safety concerns.
• Participate in Lean Six Sigma activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of two (2) years related distribution experience and/or training.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required.
• Required to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a large group of co-workers.
• Positive and enthusiastic approach.
• Strong knowledge of DC operations, including storage methods and material flow.
• Performance and metrics driven mindset.
• Excel, Outlook, Word and working knowledge of WMS principles.
• Ability to develop and share best practices.
• Regularly required to talk, hear; sit, stand and/or walk; use fingers, hands, arms and feet to feel, handle, grip, grasp, lift, operate, push, pull, bend, and/or twist for up to twelve (12) hours/day.
• Occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel and/or crouch.
• Occasionally lift and carry items such as boxes weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Work safely on elevated surfaces (2nd level mezzanine).

Workplace

• Warehouse environment with noise, dust and varying temperatures.

Salary

$26.50/Hr + $1.00 Shift Differential

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, paid parental leave, education assistance and more.
• Opportunities for growth and development within a global brand that values diversity and innovation.
• Robust and progressive medical, including HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer funding or FSA (Flexible Spending Account) options, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, adoption, with surrogate and fertility support, short and long-term disability, and basic life and AD&D insurance, which can be supplemented with employee-paid coverage.
• Enrollment in adidas’ 401k plan and Stock Purchase Plan with employer match.
• Full-time employees are eligible for education assistance and generous Leave policies including 14 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Employees are eligible to earn an annual bonus based on both company and personal performance.
• Employees accrue prorated flexible time off in the amount .4388 hours per day that increases with years of service, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year and Service Time Off during milestone years.

About the Company

The company celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness, and encourages individual expression in the workplace. adidas actively encourages individuals with disabilities to apply and provides reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. It is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination.