Manager Distribution Operations (3rd shift) Job at ADUSA Distribution in Mauldin

Overview

Manager Distribution Operations (3rd shift) at ADUSA Distribution. The role provides leadership for the distribution operations function, ensuring a safe and engaged team at all times. This role ensures the team delivers KPIs such as safety, quality, productivity, efficiency, and service levels. Planning, execution, and optimization of operational activities are key responsibilities. Provides oversight to supervisory team to meet production standards. Handles daily issues and projects under the direction of the Operations Director. Partners proactively with all Distribution & Transportation teams to ensure the safety of all associates and timely delivery of products.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and positive work environment, ensuring associates are treated fairly and consistently. Support a “Safety First” culture and ensure safe practices are employed, minimizing unsafe events and ensuring compliance with all regulations.
• Partner with Human Resources to prioritize and manage associate relations and needs.
• Communicate with direct reports and align them to company values, goals, results, initiatives, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee team performance and apply KPIs in day-to-day operations. Manage performance through coaching, feedback, evaluations, and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Delegate to Supervisors to develop production associates into a well-organized, motivated team.
• Ensure local recruiting activities meet labor demand and support training and development of all new and existing associates.
• Ensure schedules meet inbound/outbound volume demand.
• Plan, develop, implement, and measure budgetary and operational goals. Maintain or reduce costs while improving productivity.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure efficient and accurate inventory flow in and out of the distribution center, meeting commitments to retail.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and lead plans with local and corporate teams.

Functional Competencies

• Occupational & People Safety — Applies company safety and security policies.
• Food Safety & Sanitation — Applies food safety and sanitation standards.
• Team Member Relations — Maintains productive working relationships (Union/Non-Union).
• Internal & External Communication & Documentation — Communicates complex information clearly.
• Inventory Control & Quality Assurance — Improves accuracy in Distribution Center processes.
• Customer Service — Communicates effectively with stakeholders.
• Operational Coordination — Develops and applies strategies to exceed daily plans.
• Operations Analysis — Uses data to support improved operations.
• Regulatory Awareness & Compliance — Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
• Omnichannel Acumen — Understanding of eCommerce in retail planning.
• Financial & Business Acumen — Understands business priorities and drivers.
• Distribution Center Systems, Equipment, Automation & Technology — Applies knowledge to manage objectives and customer experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Supply Chain experience with a BS/BA in a related field, or 7+ years of Supply Chain operations experience in lieu of a degree.
• 3-5 years of leadership experience overseeing 30+ associates.
• High School Education or equivalent.

Knowledge

• Familiar with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and guidelines.
• Seasoned knowledge of distribution practices.

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership with ability to engage and motivate others.
• Customer focus, collaboration, communication, problem solving.
• Multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.

Other

• Ability to work in a wide range of temperatures (−5 to 90+ degrees Fahrenheit) depending on department, for long periods.

Preferred Requirements

• College degree preferred.
• Experience overseeing people leaders.
• Food retail/manufacturing experience strongly preferred.

We are an organization that values diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law. Our organization is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, including applicants. If you have a disability and require assistance in the application process, please email recruiting@adusasc.com

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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