What are the responsibilities and job description for the DISTRIBUTION CENTER SENIOR MANAGER position at Ashley Furniture Homestore?
Ashley, the #1 Mattress and Furniture retailer in North America, has an immediate opening for a Senior Distribution Center Manager. The ideal candidate is responsible for all functions of the warehouse.
**NOW OFFERING ON DEMAND PAY**
OUR COMPANY OFFERS GREAT BENEFITS, INCLUDING:
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Opportunity for advancement
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Retirement Benefits
- Employee Purchase Discounts of 30% or more
- Potential Bonus Opportunity
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manages the work of direct reports, including hiring, evaluating training, performance management, motivating, coaching, and developing goals and procedures to ensure the achievement of goals.
- Assist in preparing the annual operating budget and managing variance through financial statement analysis.
- Provide cost control of all expenses, to include labor, supplies, maintenance, and utilities.
- Optimize the flow of products through the Distribution Center.
- Ensure proper maintenance of the facilities and equipment to maintain warehouse productivity, safety, and efficiency.
- Ensure clear communication between the warehouse and other operating departments, including store partnerships.
- Understand and follow all safe work practices and rules.
- Foster a culture of excellence, accountability and continuous approvement within the DC.
- Demonstrate the company’s values in all aspects of their work performance.
- Monitor and analyze performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans to address.
- Other duties: this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required, or which may change over time, and which can be changed at any time, with or without notice.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- High school diploma required
- Associates or Bachelor Degree preferred
- Minimum of three years’ experience in a leadership role in a multi-channel distribution/logistics/ supply chain management environment or related environment; or seven years of leadership experience with a minimum of five years in logistics, distribution or Supply Chain environment.
- Proven ability to operate effectively under complex and changing workflow situations.
- Proven track record of cost reduction strategies and execution in value added services.
- Strong management, teamwork and interpersonal skills; maintain effective working relationships as well as provide visible team leadership.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Demonstrated collaboration across teams and the business.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze data, form conclusions and develop actionable recommendations in a timely manner.
- Ability to motivate and lead. Strong decision-making skills – both timely and effectively.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Periodic travel for DC Support and Meetings
- On-call 24/7 for emergencies.
Ashley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ashley does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.