Operations Manager, Processing

WHO WE ARE:

Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers—the Comfort Technology Company®—has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Processing Operations Manager will be responsible for contributing to operational excellence by improving systems, processes and policies in support of the organization's mission. They will play a significant role in executing production plans that optimize turn time and expedite merchandise through the distribution center in an accurate, cost-effective manner, as well as creating long-term planning, including, but not limited to, initiatives geared towards the development of budgets to increase the effectiveness and efficiency within the department.

SALARY RANGE: $120,000 - $124,000

Schedule: Monday - Friday / 1st Shift
*Must be flexible based off business needs*

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Manage staff to ensure timely and accurate processing and distribution of merchandise to stores, vendors, etc.
• Ensure quality of work and maintain the accuracy and integrity of the production records and reports
• Establish area objectives and coaches’ staff to reach their team(s) productivity goals
• Act as a troubleshooter to assist in resolving day-to-day problems, as well as long-term resolution planning
• Provide staff operational guidance in organizing and prioritizing daily work and staffing needs to meet production goals
• Recommend, interpret, implement, and make decisions to resolve conflicts according to company and Distribution Center guidelines and philosophies
• Coach Supervisors on Managing Associate Performance (MAP)
• Conduct regular staff meetings to keep staff abreast of shifts in priorities and to keep communication open and continual
• Manage all administrative tasks and functions associated with responsible department(s).
• Select, motivate, and train qualified staff
• Research inefficiencies in problem areas and makes recommendations in methods, procedures, or systems, to improve productivity and quality
• Maintain daily paperwork, such as time and production records
• Interface with senior DC leadership on production planning and staffing needs
• Attend daily shift production meeting to report projected volumes & issues to senior DC management
• Responsible for creating an effective team culture which recognizes individual and team performance, while maintaining an issue free environment in a demanding work environment.
• Guide and direct staff in the administration of employee performance evaluations.
• Partner with the Human Resources Department regarding reviews, interviewing, hiring, terminations, and corrective counseling within responsible area.
• Miscellaneous functions and responsibilities
• Maintain safe and clean work areas

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or related field required
• 5-8 years management experience in a distribution environment

120k - 124k

About Skechers

Skechers, a global Fortune 500® company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.

Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing benefits@skechers.com.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.