Warehouse Dept Manager (M-F) Nights

United-Distributors,-Inc.-3; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedUnited is seeking an experienced Warehouse Area Manager to lead a team of warehouse associates in Savannah, GA. You will oversee inventory accuracy, nightly order fulfillment, and staff development while ensuring safety and compliance with company policies.

Responsibilities include coaching, scheduling, performance management, and continuous process improvement to meet nightly goals and maintain high-quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience leading warehouse teams.
• Strong understanding of warehousing operations and processes.
• Ability to train and motivate staff and enforce company policies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory, staging, rotation, breakdown, replenishment, returns, and order fulfillment nightly.
• Train, develop, evaluate and motivate team for success of individuals and the team.
• Define expectations, monitor progress and assign work and projects as needed.
• Forecast staffing needs and manage time and attendance, performance, and discipline.
• Maintain productivity and ensure goals and new programs are met.
• Conduct regular team meetings and address issues or conflicts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Time management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand-held devices

Warehouse computer systems

Job description

About UnitedUnited is the largest beverage alcohol wholesaler in both Georgia and Alabama. With two members of the fourth generation of the Hertz family involved in leadership roles, United is one of the 2-3% of family businesses that are able to successfully transition beyond the third generation. The Hertz family remains focused on growth, leveraging its most distinct market advantages in order to maintain its upward momentum. Its talented and innovative team of sales representatives and brand builders has the unique ability to recognize synergies between all three categories of alcohol, making it possible for United to grow its product portfolio and business successfully in Georgia and beyond.Want to get in on the fun…We’d love to have you!Warehouse Area Managers manage a team of warehouse associates, ensuring that all product is correctly and efficiently stocked and rotated, to include managing product availability and receipt, and ensuring product is available and customer orders are completed each night. Area Managers train new associates on the requirements of the job including but not limited to quality control, product knowledge, product rotation, proper picking, Company policies, procedures and using United’s computer systems. Successful Area Managers are self-motivated, communicative and thrive in work environments requiring collaboration, team work, interpersonal skills and managing conflict.Must be 21 years or olderBachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university; or High School Diploma or GED plus three (3) or more years related experience in transportation, delivery, or warehousePrior experience in and an understanding of Warehouse and Warehouse operationsAble to learn and maintain knowledge of company and productsWorking knowledge of computerized hand-held devicesResponsibilities:Manage a team of warehouse associates overseeing proper product inventory, staging, rotation, breakdown, replenishment, returns, order fulfillment and quality control. Work with team as necessary to meet nightly goalsTrain, develop, evaluate and motivate team to foster the success of individual contributors and overall team successDefine expectations and monitor progressAnalyze needs; assign work and projects as neededMaintain productivity; ensure volume, goals and new programs are metManage time and attendance, performance and disciplineInvestigate problems and set a course to correct issues.Responsible for overseeing team, ensuring safe performance of dutiesHold regular team meetingsForecast staffing needsAdditional duties may apply depending on area of responsibility in warehouseAdditional hours required during the peak seasonsPerform other duties as assignedCompetenciesEffective JudgmentPlan & ExecuteCoachingRelationship DevelopmentConflict ResolutionCommunicationHandles StressManaging multiple prioritiesProblem Solving/ Solution-OrientedCritical ThinkingCollaborationFlexibility/ Multi-taskingCritical SkillsMust have strong leadership, motivation and persuasive communication skillsAbility to exercise independent judgment to handle a variety of duties; prioritizeExcellent communication skills (verbal & written)Efficient time management skillsStrong computer knowledge and skillsExcellent analytical and problem solving skillsAttention to detailPatience, flexibility and ability to adapt to complicated and stressful situationsWorking ConditionsAble to maintain very high proficiency and job standards while working in a non-temperature controlled environment that includes exposure to heat, high humidity, and inclement weatherAble to work occasionally in refrigerated areasAble to work in an environment with moderate to loud noise levels and some dust and fumes from power equipmentPhysical Requirements and Essential FunctionsRegular, reliable attendance requiredAble to frequently operate a pallet jack and/or forkliftAble to stand and walk for extended periods of time, lift and carry, push and pull, bend and stoop, reach with arms and hands, and use hands and fingers to handle or feelAble to grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordinationAble to stack, unstack and relocate large amounts of product throughout the work periodAble to perform repeated lifting up to 50-65 lbs, with some overhead lifting requiredMust have specific vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision and the ability to judge distanceAttention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact [e-mail] or call 800-381-9947 for assistance with an accommodation.