Warehouse Manager bei GREY EAGLE DISTRIBUTORS

Description

Position Title:  Warehouse Manager 

Location: Belleville, IL

Department:  Operations

Position reports to:  Director of Operations

Primary purpose and function of position:

The Warehouse Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of warehouse operations, including team leadership, inventory management, regulatory compliance, and process optimization. This role plays a critical part in ensuring efficient and safe operations while maintaining high standards of service.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

•    Manage, lead, motivate and develop department personnel including selection, performance evaluations and employee relations 
•    Effectively manage both union and non-union employees
•    Plan and schedule manpower to meet the demands of the following warehouse activities:  receiving and unloading brewery loads, loading pallets and cooperage returns, loading/unloading route trucks, re-packing breakage, quality control and maintaining warehouse cleanliness
•    Management new item slotting and necessary adjustments of product locations
•    Training and set up on voice pick equipment
•    Training and recertification on forklift operations 
•    Direct responsibilities for managing budget and expenses
•    Maintain inventory, stock rotation and product flow procedures 
•    Ensure compliance with government safety regulations and requirements
•    Oversight and enforcement of all Company safety rules
•    Required night, weekend and holiday availability for management and shift observation 
•    Participate in grievance proceedings and workers compensations claims when necessary
•    Ensure compliance with all legal guidelines, policies, Wholesales Equity Agreement and Ambassador of Excellence
•    Adhere to all Federal, State, and Local Liquor regulations
•    Other duties as assigned  
 

Qualifications

•    Bachelor’s degree preferred; High School diploma or GED certificate required 
•    3 years operations management experience preferred 
•    Labor relations experience preferred
•    Strong analytical problem solving and critical thinking skills with strong attention to detail
•    Highly organized with ability to manage priorities and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
•    Ability to work with minimal supervision 
•    Ability to safely operate job related equipment 
•    Knowledge of local, state and federal liquor laws
•    Knowledge of safety, environmental and Department of Transportation requirements
•    Professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality
•    Strong verbal and written communication skills including effective presentation skills
•    Strong leadership and influence skills
•    Strong internal and external customer orientation
•    Highly self-motivated and positive attitude
•    Technology proficiency; including MS Office, VIP preferred 
•    Regular and reliable attendance required 
•    Valid driver license and safe driving record
•    Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and some holidays as needed
•    Ability to pass a required pre-employment background and drug screening
•    Ability to perform all essential job functions and duties as assigned