Manager, Merchandise DC

GENERAL PURPOSE

Accountable for the production/distribution functions of assigned area(s).  Manages and trains DC supervisory personnel to meet established production requirements of merchandise through the distribution center.  Executes production plans that optimize turn time and expedite merchandise through the distribution center in an accurate, cost-effective manner. Responsible for developing and maintaining an open, engaging associate relations environment which remains issue free.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Manages staff to ensure timely and accurate processing and distribution of merchandise to stores
-    Responsible to ensure quality of work and maintain the accuracy and integrity of the production records, reports and numbers.
-    Establishes area objectives and coaches Area Supervisors to reach their team’s productivity goals.
-    Acts as a troubleshooter to assist in resolving day-to-day problems, as well as long-term resolution planning.
-    Provides Area Supervisors operational guidance in organizing and prioritizing daily work and staffing needs to meet production goals.
Responsible for creating an effective team culture which recognizes individual and team performance, while maintaining an issue free environment in a demanding work environment.
-    Recommends, interprets, implements, and makes decisions to resolve conflicts according to company and Distribution Center guidelines and philosophies.
-    Coaches Supervisors on MAP…Managing Associate Performance.
-    Conducts regular staff meetings to keep Area Supervisors abreast of shifts in priorities and to keep communication open and continual.
Manages all administrative tasks and functions for responsible department(s).
-    Selects, motivates, and trains qualified supervisory staff.  Partners with the Human Resource Department regarding reviews, interviewing, hiring, terminations, and corrective counseling within responsible area.
-    Researches inefficiencies in problem areas and makes recommendations in methods, procedures, or systems, to improve productivity & quality.
-    Guides and directs Area Supervisors in the administration of associate performance evaluations.
-    Maintains daily paperwork, such as time and production records.
Miscellaneous functions and responsibilities
-    Maintains safe and clean work areas.
-    Interfaces with senior DC leadership on production planning and staffing needs.
-    Attends daily shift production meeting to report projected volumes & issues to senior DC management

COMPETENCIES

QUALIFICATIONS & SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED

• Strong communications skills (both oral and written)
• Minimum of 5 – 8 years management experience in a similar retail production/distribution environment.
• Strong planning and organizational skills are necessary.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required.
• Bilingual preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

3-5 DC Area Supervisors, with up to 150 Hourly Associates

1-2 Merchandise Specialists

DISCLAIMER:

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position.  It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities.  Contents are subject to change at management’s discretion.

Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company’s overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.