Inbound Fulfillment Center Manager
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Position at Parts Town
Inbound Fulfillment Center Manager
See What We're All About
As the fastest-growing distributor of restaurant equipment, HVAC and residential appliance parts, we like to do things a little differently. First, you need to understand and demonstrate our Core Values with safety being your first priority. That's key. But we're also looking for unique enthusiasm, hi
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gh integrity, courage to embrace change...and if you know a few jokes, that puts you on the top of our list!
Do you have a genius-level knowledge of original equipment manufacturer parts? If not, no problem! We're more interested in passionate people with fresh ideas from different backgrounds. That's what keeps us at the top of our game.
We're proud that our workplace has been recognized for its growth and innovation on the Inc. 5000 list 15 years in a row and the Crain's Fast 50 list ten times. We are honored to be voted by our Chicagoland team as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for the last four years.
If you're ready to roll up your sleeves, go above and beyond and put your ambition to work, all while having some fun, let's chat -
Bonus Fulfillment Perks
• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus
• Bi-Weekly Travel stipends
• Safety Shoes reimbursement program
• Team member appreciation events and recognition programs
• Volunteer opportunities
• Holiday pay and opportunities for overtime
• Referral Bonus Program
• We offer forklift training programs
• On-demand pay options: Access your pay as you earn it, to cover unexpected or even everyday expenses
• All the traditional benefits like health insurance, 401k/401k match, employee assistance programs and time away - don't worry, we've got you covered.
The Job at a Glance
As the Inbound Manager (Internally known as Manager, OEM Parts Wrangler) you will drive department initiatives through planning, organizing, controlling, and directing the Inbound operation. You will coordinate team members to generate a smooth workflow, spearhead quality goals, manage team schedules, and build a daily staffing plan based on volume, and labor projections. You will be a superior team-builder through coaching and developing team members, planning daily activities, making on-the-floor decisions to eliminate operational constraints and bottlenecks, and leading process improvement efforts.
A Typical Day
• Improve team members skills through cross training and schedule building
• Coach and develop the Distribution Center supervisors
• Drive safety, teamwork, productivity, and quality initiatives
• Coordinates with Training Team to see that all team members are provided adequate training and resources needed to succeed in every role
• Ensure all incoming product is received into inventory quickly and accurately
• Collaborates with VP of Operations & Supply Chain, DC Managers & Supervisors on process improvement, unique solutions, and opportunities to drive growth and efficiency
• Manages staffing levels, coordinating team Time Away and monitoring overtime
To Land This Opportunity
• You have 2-5 years' experience in operational management (Distribution Center experience preferred)
• You thrive within a team atmosphere and independently manage assignments and tasks
• You have experience with labor management
• You display excellent communication skills with all levels of team members and you're fluent in English (verbal and written)
• You are able to continuously move around on concrete surface
• You're a stickler for details and strive to continuously improve quality while reducing costs
• You hold all team members accountable for operational and safety policies and procedures
• You demonstrate Intermediate to Advanced skills in MS, Excel *Bonus points if you know MS Access!
• You have a working proficiency with HighJump, SAP software, and AutoStore
• You're looking to work Monday through Friday from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM and are flexible to adjust your schedule as business needs require. You are also available to wor