Genesee Scientific
Distribution Center Manager
Genesee Scientific, Morrisville, North Carolina, United States, 27560
Overview
Genesee Scientific is a leading life science company and a premier supplier to global research markets. We offer a comprehensive product portfolio along with exceptional hands-on customer service. Our clientele includes pharmaceutical and biotechnology businesses, research institutions, hospitals, and reference labs.
Role and Location Role:
Distribution Center Manager
Reports to:
Director, Distribution and Logistics
Location:
Raleigh, NC
Why This Role Is Important at Genesee Scientific The Distribution Center Manager is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing all aspects of distribution center operations, ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of products while meeting company revenue goals. This role involves working closely with Operations leadership to drive strategic initiatives, improve operational efficiencies, and manage budgetary responsibilities. You will lead teams across multiple Distribution Centers, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and maintain high standards of service and productivity. Responsible for designing staffing levels, managing performance and establishing KPI’s. In addition, the role will provide overall site leadership for the Raleigh location.
What You Will Do (Responsibilities)
Oversee daily distribution center operations, ensuring adherence to procedures, productivity standards, safety, quality, and operational goals
Lead, coach, and develop warehouse teams; provide training, tools, and support to effectively manage associates; conduct performance reviews and guide hiring, employee relations, and performance management
Establish KPIs, strategies, and reporting to monitor productivity, quality, safety, and efficiency, driving accountability and alignment across shifts and value streams
Implement and maintain inventory control procedures to ensure accuracy, proper storage, and efficient stock handling
Develop, update, and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions (WIs), and warehouse management system (WMS) best practices
Ensure a safe, clean, and organized facility by enforcing safety protocols, PPE use, preventative maintenance, and supporting Lean/6S initiatives
Manage budgets related to labor, packaging, maintenance, supplies, and vendor services
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, process optimization, and change management in partnership with the leadership team
Communicate daily goals, performance updates, and company initiatives to teams and stakeholders
What You Will Bring (Qualifications)
Bachelor’s degree in business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience in a managerial role within a warehouse setting
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a warehouse operations management or leadership position
Proven track record of developing and managing teams and achieving operational goals
Advanced proficiency with warehouse management systems, computers, and scanning equipment; experience with FedEx and UPS shipping programs
Experience with budgeting, financial management, and revenue responsibility
High level of accuracy and attention to detail in managing warehouse operations
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, mentor, and develop team members
Demonstrated commitment to adhering to all safety protocols and maintaining a safe working environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Excel, Word and Teams. Ability to lead and influence outside of direct reporting relationships; ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and effectively manage multiple priorities
Willingness to travel up to 30%
Physical Requirements
Must be proficient to operate a forklift, clamp device, pallet jack, overhead crane device and maintain OSHA forklift certification
Comply with federal/state warehousing requirements
Complete daily inventory and inspection requirements
Safeguard warehouse operations and monitor security
Ability to lift and carry packages weighing up to 60 lbs
Employees are required to wear steel-toed safety shoes and other personal protective equipment as needed
This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment, which may be hot or cold at times depending on the season
Compensation and Benefits Starting Salary:
$90,000.00 (salary may increase based on experience)
Starting salary and benefits include comprehensive training and career development opportunities, competitive pay and a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive health care and well-being programs, and paid time off benefits including vacation, sick leave, and 12 holidays.
Equal Employment Opportunity Genesee Scientific is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.
Note Employment offers are subject to successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug test. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.
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Role and Location Role:
Distribution Center Manager
Reports to:
Director, Distribution and Logistics
Location:
Raleigh, NC
Why This Role Is Important at Genesee Scientific The Distribution Center Manager is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing all aspects of distribution center operations, ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of products while meeting company revenue goals. This role involves working closely with Operations leadership to drive strategic initiatives, improve operational efficiencies, and manage budgetary responsibilities. You will lead teams across multiple Distribution Centers, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and maintain high standards of service and productivity. Responsible for designing staffing levels, managing performance and establishing KPI’s. In addition, the role will provide overall site leadership for the Raleigh location.
What You Will Do (Responsibilities)
Oversee daily distribution center operations, ensuring adherence to procedures, productivity standards, safety, quality, and operational goals
Lead, coach, and develop warehouse teams; provide training, tools, and support to effectively manage associates; conduct performance reviews and guide hiring, employee relations, and performance management
Establish KPIs, strategies, and reporting to monitor productivity, quality, safety, and efficiency, driving accountability and alignment across shifts and value streams
Implement and maintain inventory control procedures to ensure accuracy, proper storage, and efficient stock handling
Develop, update, and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions (WIs), and warehouse management system (WMS) best practices
Ensure a safe, clean, and organized facility by enforcing safety protocols, PPE use, preventative maintenance, and supporting Lean/6S initiatives
Manage budgets related to labor, packaging, maintenance, supplies, and vendor services
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, process optimization, and change management in partnership with the leadership team
Communicate daily goals, performance updates, and company initiatives to teams and stakeholders
What You Will Bring (Qualifications)
Bachelor’s degree in business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience in a managerial role within a warehouse setting
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a warehouse operations management or leadership position
Proven track record of developing and managing teams and achieving operational goals
Advanced proficiency with warehouse management systems, computers, and scanning equipment; experience with FedEx and UPS shipping programs
Experience with budgeting, financial management, and revenue responsibility
High level of accuracy and attention to detail in managing warehouse operations
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, mentor, and develop team members
Demonstrated commitment to adhering to all safety protocols and maintaining a safe working environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Excel, Word and Teams. Ability to lead and influence outside of direct reporting relationships; ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and effectively manage multiple priorities
Willingness to travel up to 30%
Physical Requirements
Must be proficient to operate a forklift, clamp device, pallet jack, overhead crane device and maintain OSHA forklift certification
Comply with federal/state warehousing requirements
Complete daily inventory and inspection requirements
Safeguard warehouse operations and monitor security
Ability to lift and carry packages weighing up to 60 lbs
Employees are required to wear steel-toed safety shoes and other personal protective equipment as needed
This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment, which may be hot or cold at times depending on the season
Compensation and Benefits Starting Salary:
$90,000.00 (salary may increase based on experience)
Starting salary and benefits include comprehensive training and career development opportunities, competitive pay and a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive health care and well-being programs, and paid time off benefits including vacation, sick leave, and 12 holidays.
Equal Employment Opportunity Genesee Scientific is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.
Note Employment offers are subject to successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug test. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.
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