AI use among transportation, storage, and distribution managers is little observed so far. Measured exposure for transportation, storage, and distribution managers: 10% (little observed).

Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.

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Provide leadership and direction to ensure performance of the production process, including all order selection and related distribution center functions. Drive results that achieve planned levels of costs and progress for the effectiveness of key performance indicators. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.

Responsible for daily operations of production activities in a fast paced warehouse.

Plan and control operating costs and facility budgets.

Maintain operational standards and have the ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safe behaviors.

Manage and maintain mandated sanitation standards

Ensure proper work methods are being followed to maximize productivity and performance.

Monitor and meet all order accuracy requirements, maintaining a Customer 1st strategy that focuses on quality receiving and shipping of orders.

Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provides feedback to direct reports.

Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

3-7 years supervision experience in Distribution

Associate Degree

Highly motivated self-starter with a proven ability to manage staffing needs, training, evaluation, development, and use collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.

Leadership skills that promote behavior that values respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and the safety of others.

Management experience