• Retail Operations Manager - 2nd Shift

    The Childrens Place (Fort Payne, AL)


    Location:

    Fort Payne, Alabama

    Job Summary:

    Distribution Center Operations Manager is responsible for managing, controlling, and monitoring processes and work flows at the company’s distribution site through Operations Supervisors. He/she manages and trains staff engaged in receiving, stocking, processing or shipping; prepares reports, summaries, and analyses on operations and communicates with appropriate management.

    Responsibilities:

    Key Accountabilities:

    + Manage and plan for the physical receipt, processing, storage and shipment of delivered materials into and out of the distribution center;

    + Prepare staffing plans during peak and off peak times to maintain consistent work flow for all associates in a productive manner;

    + Motivate Supervisors to ensure that predetermined productivity, cost, and quality standards are achieved or exceeded;

    + Ensure good housekeeping and safe working conditions in the facility;

    + Recommend new or improved methods, techniques and procedures for processing inventory more efficiently;

    + Manage performance of Operations Supervisors

    + Establish and maintain good rapport throughout the department;

    + Responsible for managing labor costs and being fiscally responsible

    Education and Requirements:

    + Bachelor’s degree in related field is preferred.

    + Five to seven years of experience in distribution operations or an equivalent combination of training and supervisory experience necessary.

    + Must have knowledge of distribution and inventory control methods and procedures, and the ability to apply such knowledge to practical situations.

    + Knowledge of safety and security measures and the ability to apply them in a distribution center situation vital.

    + Must be well-organized, detail-oriented, and familiar with record-keeping systems.

    + Computer experience a major requirement. Knowledge of PkMS a plus.

    + In depth knowledge of distribution center procedures and safe processing methods.

    + Must be detail-oriented with strong mathematical and written abilities.

    + Ability to communicate effectively to department teams, cross-functional partners and upper management.

    + Strong planning skills with the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.