Warehouse Distribution Manager

Job Title: Warehouse Distribution Manager Location: Richmond, VA What We’re Looking For We are looking for a Warehouse Distribution Manager to be responsible for continuously improving the warehouse operations to ensure attainment of company goals. Oversees the day-to-day operation of the warehouse, oversees the safe receipt, storage, retrieval, and timely dispatch of goods. Supervises members of the warehouse teams; train, work allocation and problem resolution. Primary contact and responsibility for all Warehouse Department functions. What You’ll Be Responsible For In This Role Manage daily support of production needs such as expediting material, setting priorities and addressing issues. Ensures workplace health and safety requirements are met and take responsibility for the security of the warehouse. Plans the arrangement of goods within the warehouse. Guarantees proper transactions are executed in a timely manner. Makes sure productivity targets are met. Conduct inventory management and utilization. Develop procedures for and supervise receiving/auditing function to ensure product is received and put away efficiently. Create receiving paperwork (Purchase Orders, Material Transfers, etc.) Develop a stable, high-performing team. Cross-train and coach personnel through training and performance evaluation. Ensure employee training and certifications are current (incl. forklift and first aid.) Perform special projects and assignments as required to meet business goals on time and within budget. What are the basic qualifications? Requires at least a High School diploma preferably a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration or Supply Chain or an equivalent combination of education, and at least 15 years of training and experience required. A minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment is required. Must have experience in warehouse management What are the preferred qualifications? Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration or Supply Chain APICS or ISM Certification To Be a Great Fit For The Role An in-depth knowledge and understanding of warehouse, inventory and manufacturing processes and knowledge of MRP is required along with a demonstrated understanding of warehousing best practices, and knowledge of material control. Ability to lead people to achieve outstanding results Ability to effectively manage time This position must demonstrate strong analytical, communication, interpersonal, team development, and technical skills along with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of management within and outside the company. ERP (AS400 preferred), MS Outlook, Excel, Word and Power Point Solid math skills. English and Metric System - e.g., units and measurements: length, time, fractions and decimals. Ability to inquire, assess, analyze and make key decisions Effective problem-solving skills and conflict resolution. Able to engage employees to understand their role, utilize level of expertise in various processes and express their value to the organization. Able to conduct effective meetings on an on-going basis with all levels of employees. Qualified to operating all material handling equipment, including forklifts, scissor lifts, pallet jacks and others. Physical Demands Regularly required to walk, sit and stand for prolonged periods of time. Gross manual dexterity (operate a motor vehicle) is also required. Ability to reach with arms and hands; bend, kneel, crouch and/or crawl as well as the ability to see and hear. Frequently lift and/or move up to 60lbs. How We Define Our Values and Why You Should Join Our Team: The backbone behind our collection of outstanding businesses is a team of dedicated employees who protect and enhance our valued reputation for quality and delivering what we promise. It’s our values that define Dover to all of our key audiences: our shareholders, customers, prospective employees and especially to ourselves. These values must be e…

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