Outbound Warehouse Manager

G & C Food Distributors•Alachua, FL

3d•$75,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Manager will assist with overall warehouse operations including achieving goals in safety, service levels, damages, costs, personnel, and staffing. The Warehouse Manager must understand all operations of shipping, receiving and inventory control. This position will be responsible for developing and overseeing a department of personnel of 75-125 warehouse associates, including supervisors and leads. The Warehouse Managers goal is to achieve maximum performance and control of a combination of manual and automated tasks necessary for the receipt, storage and shipment of product. This will include collaborating and establishing relationships with other departments, customers and vendors in order to maintain an efficient and accurate flow of products from the point of product receipt from vendors to the shipment of products to a variety of customers internally and externally. The Warehouse Manager shall exhibit a commitment to excellence and to superior customer service – both external and internal – in every aspect of the business.

Requirements

Knowledge of warehouse procedures.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Strong leadership skills: train, motivate, direct the work of others.
Strong organizational skills: attention to detail, meet deadlines and work in a production-driven environment.
Ability to plan and conduct effective meetings.
Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
Excellent people skills.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suites( Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Requires a minimum of 5 years directly related and progressively responsible experience, including at least 3 years at a supervisory level.

Responsibilities

Manages and reviews all policies and procedures within the warehouse.
Perform daily planning in preparation for shift, to direct Supervisors and coordinate daily activities of warehouse associates.
Maintains a personal development plan for everyone who reports to them, while assisting the Supervisors and Leads in the people development efforts. Use a receptive approach to communicate daily, assist with obstacles, and help build comradery.
Plans, prepares, and controls the Warehouse associates scheduling to meet the Receiving and Shipping needs in conjunction with the Warehouse needs, including time off requests.
Monitors and maintains the activities of their employees; specifically breaks, meal periods, and employee attendance in general to adhere to daily schedules.
Prepare all documentation for employees (ex. Coaching’s, written, suspensions, performance evaluations…) based on recent activities.
Create an inspiring team environment with a culture of open communication by listening to team members’ feedback and resolving any issues or conflicts.
Set clear team goals, delegate tasks appropriately, monitor team performance and report on metrics, specifically but not limited to pick rates, miss picks and scan rates.
Attend daily huddles with the shift Supervisor(s).
Aggregate, analyze and report the operations results/metrics on a daily, weekly and monthly basis and make recommendations to improve future performance, review position requisition control, alter budgets accordingly, develop cost-reduction strategies and any other needs that may arise.
Maintain a high level of visibility with employees. Including but not limited to monitoring through all areas of the warehouse.
Foster a safe, clean, and hospitable work environment for all associates, including but not limited to inspecting the cleanliness and physical condition of warehouse and equipment daily.
Maintain, monitor, and justify appropriate OT amounts.
Collaborate with Human Resources to recruit, train, and develop warehouse and managerial staff to build an effective and stable organization capable of executing operating plans and achieving both divisional and corporate objectives.
Additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive Health Coverage – Medical plans starting at just $24.73/week, plus comprehensive vision, dental, and a 401(k) with company match to secure your future.
Company-Paid Life Insurance – Because your peace of mind matters.
Performance-Based Bonuses – Earn up to the equivalent of five additional weeks’ pay each year based on your impact and results.
Onsite Fitness & Wellness Centers – Stay active and healthy without leaving the workplace.
Flexible Scheduling Options – Designed to support your life outside of work.
Company Culture Perks – From team cookouts and appreciation events to seasonal holiday gifts, we celebrate our people year-round.
Exclusive Employee Product Discounts – Access unbeatable prices on a wide range of products, available only to our team.
Career Advancement – Clear pathways to grow within the company, backed by leadership who invest in your success.
Open-Door Leadership – Access to decision-makers who listen, act, and value your input.
Annual Flu Clinics – Convenient, no-cost health support right at work.
…and much more – A workplace where respect, teamwork, and opportunity come standard.