Warehouse Lead

Williams Sonoma; Jacksonville (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in home furnishings is seeking a Warehouse Lead in Jacksonville, FL. The role involves training associates, controlling workflow, and ensuring safety standards are met. Ideal candidates will have experience in distribution and strong communication skills. The company offers excellent benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Generous discount on products

401(k) plan

Paid vacations

Health benefits

Dental and vision insurance

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in distribution, manufacturing, or retail environment.
• Proficiency in warehouse management systems.

Responsibilities

• Train and direct a team of associates.
• Control workflow and track productivity.
• Promote safety awareness and maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to Detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Outlook

Job description

About Williams Sonoma - Jacksonville, FL

Since it was founded in 1956, Williams - Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams’ single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams – Sonoma. Pottery Barn and West Elm.

Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources or home delivery – and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement – our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc Supply Chain Overview

In 2021, Williams-Sonoma was recognized as a Great Place to Work , an honor which reflects that we are truly a people-first organization. Our operation includes :

• Over 4,000 Full-Time Associates across the Supply Chain
• 15.1M square feet of small parcel, personalization, furniture, and manufacturing space in the domestic US, Williams-Sonoma has developed an agile and capable distribution network consisting of the following:
  • Large package / furniture distribution centers located in Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Georgia, and New Jersey totaling 9.2M square feet plus another 1.2M square feet of standalone final-mile furniture hubs.
• Small package eCommerce distribution centers located in Mississippi, Arizona, and Tennessee totaling 3.9M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full-time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi and Tennessee
  • Manufacturing facilities located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling 861k square feet with over 1,500 full-time employees producing approximately $900 million - $1 billion in sales of upholstered furniture3 Sutter Street Upholstery Factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi with over 1,400 FTE’s producing approximately $900 million to $1 Billion in sales of Upholstered furniture
• Transportation Department for Ocean, Air, Trucking, and Rail consisting of over 30 transportation professionals located in Memphis, TN
• 700 associates in our Sourcing offices in 10 countries in Asia and Europe including China, Vietnam, Singapore, India, Italy, and Turkey

Job Summary : The Warehouse Lead provides support to Operations Manager/AGM/Director with leading, guiding and directing associates with minimal supervision, while ensuring that daily departmental goals are met through the Williams-Sonoma objectives in Safety, Service, Quality and Cost.

The Warehouse Lead position is located in Jacksonville, FL.

You’ll be excited about this opportunity because you will....

• Train and direct a team of associates to achieve departmental and division production goals to provide customers with the ultimate delivery experience.
• Control the workflow on the floor in an efficient manner, meeting both customer and company standards.
• Track productivity and provide feedback on quality related performances to teammates, peers, and manager.
• Monthly inventory of supplies.
• Continuously working with our PKMS system to perform different administrative tasks needed.
• Establish and promote hard work ethics through teamwork and collaboration with associates.
• Share business information with teammates through floor presence, suggest improvements to current techniques.
• Promote safety awareness and cultivate the safety culture throughout the company to help avoid unsafe or hazardous working conditions.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment by communicating safety topics and conducting safety audits.
• Driving the business by using departmental resources.
• Responding to internal/external requests.
• Conducting daily meetings.
• Efficiently responding to emails to stay abreast of daily production goals and deadlines.
• Daily reporting to research and resolve issues as they arise.
• Other duties as instructed.

Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates….

• High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience in distribution, manufacturing, or retail environment. In lieu of distribution, manufacturing or retail environment experience, 5 years of progressive work experience.
• 1 year of experience working with a warehouse management system.
• Proficiency in working with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.
• Ability to multitask and be extremely detailed while performing all tasks and reports.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are a must.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, ability to work under pressure, and be a fast learner.
• Availability to work full time schedule, which may include nights, weekends, holidays, etc.
• Excellent attendance, and willingness to be part of a team - performing whatever duties are necessary.

Review these physical requirements, as they play a major part in this role….

• Must be able to walk, stand, bend, and lift throughout the day.
• Able to use computer for an extended period of time.

Our company benefits are second to none in the industry….

• Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations)
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance