Area Manager, Warehouse NIGHTS.

Area Manager, Warehouse NIGHTS

Hello Fresh Newark NJ

Job description

The Area Manager will be responsible for daily inventory processes, reporting, & control at the Newark, NJ fulfillment site as well as being responsible for managing inventory team members assigned to individual divisions.

From time to time, this individual will also be responsible for being cross-functional with these same responsibilities for the produce team as well.

Green Chef is looking for someone who will build, improve, & tightly manage all daily inventory processes. This is a critical role that will work closely with the Supply Chain, Finance, & Accounting.

Responsibilities

Ensure a high level of internal & external customer service. Investigate (and correct) team member issues & complaints.

Manages the department engaged in essential warehouse functions (receiving, shipping, & distribution) to ensure high productivity & high technical integrity.

Collaborate cross-functionally with various departments & assist the Produce team when needed

• Plan & execute cycle counts as described in each area of the facility.
• Establish & maintain inventory handling procedures within the facility.
• Collaborate with operations on procedures & processes surrounding warehouse management system inventory locations.
• Identify root causes of inventory discrepancies through cause & effect analysis
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies & procedures.
• Conduct random audits to ensure Standard Operating Procedures are being followed.
• Direct, coordinate, & evaluate inventory management & control operations.
• Ability to build & manage a cohesive team that can work together under short timelines & sometimes ambiguous circumstance

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, or related management work experience
• At least 2-3 years of supervisory experience in a Distribution or Manufacturing environment
• Flexibility to work varying schedules including weekends as needed
• Experience in Inventory Management, with the proven ability to motivate & coach staff to achieve high quality results
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
• Strong interpersonal communication (verbal & written) & collaboration skills
• Demonstrated success working in a team environment on multiple projects with changing priorities with the ability to work both on a team (as member and / or leader) & independently to deliver results
• Experience implementing a wide range of change management & process improvement activities, based on broader organizational goals
30+ days ago