Inbound Operations Manager - Auburn
SoneparThere’s a Place for You at North Coast A career at North Coast is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers.
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Coast offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate thro
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ughout Oregon, Montana, Idaho, Alaska, Washington and we are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.
Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. North Coast we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.
What You Will Do:
• Plan and manage the efficient receipt, storage, order fulfillment and loading of inventory through vigilant focus on KPI’s, Quality and Service goals; utilizing forecasting methodologies and tools.
• Responsible to ensure shift requirements and SLA’s are met and maintained.
• Implement Lean methodology and use the principals to lead continuous improvement with teams.
• Recruit, hire, train and develop Distribution and associates; ensure coverage planning for staffing requirements and resource allocations.
• Provide leadership and motivation for up to 6 direct report supervisors.
• Communicate effectively with associates and create an open communication style that fosters a collaborative work environment.
• Conduct associate performance reviews, ongoing performance discussions, and salary review recommendations.
• Monitor, observe and record productivity, quality and utilization for assigned area.
• Administer training, qualifications, safety programs and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Communicate and administer policies and procedures in assigned areas.
• Ensure that the physical condition of the work areas is conducive to a healthy and safe working environment.
• The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.
What You Will Bring:
• Three or more years of experience in a production, logistics, transportation, or business-to-business distribution facility
• 7 to 10 years of managerial or leadership development experience preferred
• Leadership role in Distribution, or Operations preferred
• Green Belt certifications in 5s or Lean Six Sigma preferred
• Microsoft Office
• Strong communication and leadership skills, strong knowledge of warehouse and/or transportation operations and procedures, proven decision-making capabilities, ability to manage and motivate employees.
• Knowledge of Warehouse/Transportation operations, Warehouse/Transportation Management Systems, Inventory Control processes and / or logistics preferred.
• Cloud-based systems and other ad hoc reporting
• Self-motivated, team player
• Ability to set and manage expectations; observe and monitor work progress
• Lead through change and deliver critical coaching and feedback on associate performance
• Flexibility to meet the needs of the business
• Financial literacy - ability to forecast business and adjust to business conditions.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Business, Engineering, Distribution Management preferred
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
• Lifting and pulling of heavy objects (Up to 50lbs)
• Mix of warehouse and office work environments
• Frequent computer, phone, and scanner usage
• Monday through Friday, usual work week, however, based on business needs evenings and weekend hours may occasionally be required
• Requires punctual and reliable on-site attendance
Additional Requirements:
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
• Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all applicable