Distribution Center Department Manager

Job description

Job Title Distribution Center Department Manager Job Overview: The primary function of the Distribution Center Department Manager is to directly manage the day-to-day operations of the department and distribution center staff according to company guidelines, while ensuring all deadlines are met. This role will oversee the safe movement of all goods. The department manager must be able to adjust and adapt to the changing job priorities and requirements while maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. In this position you must have open communication between all departments and direct reports to maintain a consistent workflow while adhering to all policies and procedures. Other responsibilities include: - Monitoring the daily operations – implement and enforce the warehouse operational policies and procedures for the department and other operational areas as business dictates; recommend, when necessary, changes in procedures. - Having a cross functional understanding of all areas of the facility - Continuous review of department structure and personnel changes are needed to ensure optimum utilization of staff - Manage the staffing by hitting targeted goals, effective recruitment, trai...