Distribution Manager

Job description

Manage the daily activities of Shipping Department, focusing on meeting customer needs in a timely basis with an emphasis on safety, productivity and continuous improvement. Additionally, will collaborate with the Warehouse in regards to training and implementing of lean techniques at the direction of the VP of Operations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (Note: Other duties may be assigned) - Accountable for leading the distribution staff to deliver business results needed to meet Business Plan objectives while maintaining the desired Vera Bradley work culture. - Evaluate and adjust available warehouse and distribution capacity and planned requirements in order to maintain balance between the two - Schedule distribution work centers including pick, pack and ship. - Collaborate with Operations management to ensure Distribution operates according to established Vera Bradley operations/order policies - Monitor and communicate to the Distribution Team all department metrics including on-time performance; fulfillment rate; safety; productivity and customer returns. Focus on improving these metrics. - Responsible for the layout of the finished goods materials bin locations - Maintai...