Supply Chain Training Manager - St. Louis

US Foods; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Job summary

US Foods in St. Louis is seeking a Supply Chain Training Manager to supervise the onboarding and training for Selectors and Drivers. The role focuses on their first 90 days of employment, ensuring effective onboarding and continuous improvement in safety and performance.

Responsibilities include leading a team of trainers, collecting data to enhance training effectiveness, and analyzing performance metrics. Candidates should have at least two years of training experience, leadership skills, and a relevant educational background.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years training/facilitation experience in Supply Chain or Warehouse environment.
• Minimum of one year experience overseeing a workforce.
• Broad knowledge of warehouse methods and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee onboarding and training for new Selectors & Drivers.
• Track performance and provide feedback during training.
• Analyze training effectiveness and implement improvements.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Facilitation skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in PowerPoint

Knowledge of warehouse operations

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Inventory control software

Job description

## Supply Chain Training Manager - St. LouisApplylocations: St. Louis MOtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 8 Days Agojob requisition id: R279982ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITEJoin Our Community of Food People!The Supply Chain Training Manager is responsible for overseeing the entirety of Supply Chain onboarding and training (classroom, on-the-job, train the trainer, etc.), with emphasis on new-hire’s (Selectors & Drivers) first 90-days. The Supply Chain Training Manager contributes to the continuous improvement of safety, performance standards, ongoing engagement, and retention for new Selectors and Drivers through the implementation of learning and performance solutions (feedback, coaching, mentorship programs) within Supply Chain operations. In conjunction with Vice President of Operations, Area HR Business Partner and Field Market Trainers, this role mentors lead trainers & new hires during a multi-week training program and is responsible for assimilating, onboarding, and assessing new talent. The Supply Chain Training Manager leads, supervises, and conducts employee training needs analysis and identifies opportunities to improve Supply Chain safety, productivity, and retention using observations, data & analytics, and feedbackList the core responsibilities of the role. Core responsibility are those that account for at least 10% of time spent. Include “other duties as assigned by manager” as final duty listed. • Owns all warehouse training (classroom & floor) for new Selectors & Drivers during the first 90-days of employment. • Leads a team of Trainers & New Hires through a multi-week onboarding period (first 90 days) as measured by various indicators (productivity, quality, reliability, safety, culture integration, job knowledge, retention). • Directs and coordinates all aspects of onboarding and training including scheduling/assigning resources, conducting classroom & floor training, performing observations, acting as SME on process & milestones and metric tracking/success measurements. • Provides actionable performance, behavioral feedback and coaching in both classroom and on the floor environments. • Facilitates mentoring of new Selectors & Drivers to drive engagement through the onboarding process. • Analyzes and tracks weekly Trainer’s & Associate’s performance (30/60/90-day milestones) to ensure expectations are met. • Collects data to determine safety, effectiveness, retention, and sustainability of training for the continuous improvement of the program. • Serves as a point of contact and collaborator for Field Market Trainers. • Ensures both new and existing Associates are safely following preferred plays while meeting productivity goals. • Partners with Vice President Operations, Directors, HR, Field Market Trainers, Supervisors and Managers to regularly check progress and performance of new selectors to uncover coaching opportunities and identify steps to improve performance. • Reports out performance and retention data to Vice President Operations & HR while providing training recommendations and strategies based on trends. • May consult in the interview, hire, performance review, discipline, and termination process in collaboration with the Vice President of Operation s& HR to ensure all training needs are aligned, relevant, and delivered as expected (as needed). • Regularly inspects facility for safety hazards and either resolves them or reports them to the safety manager as appropriate. Jointly accountable (with warehouse leadership) for maintaining the physical condition of the warehouse and its equipment. • Performs other duties as assigned. **SUPERVISION:** • All New Hires (Selectors & Drivers) during their onboarding (Day 1 – Day 90), varies by week estimate 4-5 starts (Selectors) per week if needed • Selector Trainers (in Workday they’re coded as Night Selectors, these associates are dedicated to the onboarding/training of new hires), locations could have 0-4 dedicated to this role **RELATIONSHIPS** • Internal: VPO, Directors, HR, Field Market Trainers, Supervisors and Managers • External: N/A **WORK ENVIRONMENT** • Inside/Outside of DCs, exposure to heat & cold (freezer & cooler) • Internal Associate facing • Travel via air & car (rental)**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS** • Minimum of two years training/facilitation experience is required, preferably in a Supply Chain and/or Warehouse environment. • Minimum of one year experience overseeing a workforce is required. • Prior experience and/or leadership/direct supervision in a Supply Chain/Warehouse environment is preferred. • PIT experience preferred, not required **Education** • High School diploma or equivalent required, college degree strongly preferred. **Certifications/Training** • N/A **Licenses** • N/A **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS** • Strong facilitation, leadership. communication, engagement, and development skills • Ability to compile and interpret operational metrics • Broad knowledge of warehouse operations, methods, and procedures • Strong computer skills with proficiency in PowerPoint, Word & Excel (Access preferred) • Familiarity with inventory control, OSHA, HAACP and other regulatory requirements is preferred • Ability to frequently lift from 10 - 100 lbs.**PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS** • Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time • List the required physical activities including length of time performing each activity referencing the key below OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER **JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: FREQUENCY:** STAND CONTINUOUSLYWALK CONTINUOUSLYDRIVE CONTINUOUSLYSIT OCCASIONALLY*LIFT* 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) OCCASIONALLY11-20 lbs (Light) FREQUENTLY21-50 lbs (Medium) FREQUENTLY51-100 lbs (Heavy) FREQUENTLYOver 100 lbs (Very Heavy) NEVER*CARRY* 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) OCCASIONALLY11-20 lbs (Light) OCCASIONALLY21-50 lbs (Medium) OCCASIONALLY51-100 lbs (Heavy) OCCASIONALLYOver 100 lbs (Very Heavy) NEVERPUSH/PULL FREQUENTLYCLIMB/BALANCE FREQUENTLYSTOOP/SQUAT FREQUENTLYKNEEL FREQUENTLYBEND FREQUENTLYREACH ABOVE SHOULDER OCCASIONALLYTWIST FREQUENTLYGRASP OBJECTS CONTINUOUSLYMANIPULATE OBJECTS FREQUENTLYMANUAL DEXTERITY FREQUENTLYThis role may receive an annual incentive plan bonus.Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between$60,000 - $100,000