Manager In Training (MIT)

ITS Logistics, LLC; Whitestown (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ITS Logistics, LLC in Whitestown, IN is offering a six-month Manager in Training (MIT) program within our warehouse operations. The role leads daily operations, develops staff, and collaborates with operations leadership to meet customer expectations.

The MIT develops into a Warehouse Area Manager, focusing on safety, efficiency, SOP development, and continuous improvement, with exposure to budgeting and P&L responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Warehousing/logistics experience with focus on safety and process improvement.
• Proven track record in current role.
• Make-it-happen, adaptable with high urgency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations and staff productivity to meet goals.
• Manage warehouse personnel including reviews, training, hiring and termination.
• Operate within the warehouse budget (P&L).
• Develop Supervisors and Lead staff in essential leadership functions.
• Collaborate on SOPs for the Warehouse area and inventory control.
• Utilize the Warehouse Management System for cycle counts, space utilization, and accuracy.
• Identify opportunities for technology enhancements and new business implementations.
• Promote a best-in-class safety culture and ensure equipment maintenance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Adaptability

Time management

Autonomy

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Are you ready to unleash your potential and be a part of one of the fastest growing, exciting, logistics companies in the US? ITS Logistics is a premier Third-Party Logistics company that provides creative supply chain solutions. With the highest level of service, unmatched industry experience and work ethic, and a laser focus on innovation and technology–our purpose is to improve the quality of life by delivering excellence in everything we do.

At ITS, we invest in your personal and professional growth, providing the tools, resources, and support you need to unleash your full potential, collaborate with like-minded teammates, and seize limitless opportunities. By joining our all-star team, you will be part of an organization that values your unique skills, encourages your drive for excellence, and recognizes your unwavering commitment to achieving our shared goals.

We empower our team members to become champions in their respective fields by nurturing a culture of collaboration, competition, and unyielding resilience. We believe that together, we can conquer any challenge and achieve remarkable victories.

ITS has an immediate opening for a Manager in Training (MIT) position at our Whitestown, IN distribution center. This position reports to the Operations Manager and will be a six-month training program consisting of leading the execution of daily operational activities for the warehouse, systems experience, people management and coaching, and 5s principles and practices. This individual will work closely with operations leadership team, customer care, and sales to ensure that customer expectations are met, if not exceeded. We are looking for a solid performer and someone who wants to elevate their leadership skills and knowledge and start on the road to becoming a Warehouse Area Manager.

About the position

• Over the course of this program this candidate will work closely with the Operations Manager and with current Area managers to develop their skills and effectively perform the below functions.
  • Oversee various warehouse activities to include daily operations scheduling and coordination of staff productivity to meet budgetary goals
  • Management of all Warehouse personnel including goal setting, annual reviews, on-going training, disciplinary action, hiring and termination
  • Operate within the agreed budget (P&L) for the warehouse
  • Develop and train the Supervisory and Lead staff on the essential functions of leadership
  • Collaborate in the development of SOP’s for the Warehouse area.
  • Oversee inventory control activities
  • Utilize the Warehouse Management System to ensure:
• Management of cycle counting/adjustment/rotation programs
• Productivity and Space utilization (efficient product placement, etc.)
• Accuracy (to floor and Customer book)
• Identify opportunities for technology enhancements
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service Representatives and other Managers to facilitate new business implementations, current account changes and corrective action regarding operational service failures
• Drive a best-in-class safety culture and ensure compliance with all safety related programs
• Ensure that material handling equipment is safely and productively utilized within the operation. Ensure the management of equipment maintenance
• Understand and promote the company values and mission statement and achieve “Excellence in Everything We Do”

Position Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess a demonstrated record of accomplishment in a warehousing / logistics culture with a focus on safety, reliability, and process improvement. Has a proven record excelling in their current role.

Additional requirements include:

• A make-it-happen person, who is flexible, adaptable and possesses a high sense of urgency.
• Gets the job done right and on time, despite obstacles.
• Excellent analytical, problems solving, and communication skills (oral and written)
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy
• Solid skills with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

As set forth in ITS Logistics, LLC’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.