Consolidation Center Ops Manager

The WCD Consolidation Center Manager provides functional guidance to employees regarding the planning and support of the Consolidation Center operations. The Manager is a staff planning entity that tracks inbound orders, establishes the day-to-day plans for the Consolidation Center associates and operations, provides guidance on Inbound / outbound capacity needs, and ensures the operation is operated in compliance with all applicable FSMA regulations and the World Class Distribution Policies and procedures., The Consolidation Center Manager is responsible for all schedules related to Consolidation Center Warehouse management in support of inbound and outbound perishable food (Grocery) shipments and internal warehouse needs.

Monitor all loads being received to ensure the appointments are assigned to the correct door.

Implements and ensures compliance to these procedures WCD Supply Chain Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Ensures all employees are trained and adhere to these policies.

Responsible for optimizing inbound delivery plan with consolidation freight mix and maximizing load utilization for outbound shipping load management.

Ensures all Inbound PO orders have been planned to meet Supply Chain specifications and expectations, while striving to maximize service and efficiency.

Responsible for all inbound / outbound shipment reporting and system updates to be performed per SOP protocols.

Responsible to monitor records of carrier performance and service KPI data.

Must be able to exercise discretion and good judgment, be able to think quickly and act accordingly.

Responsible for staff performance evaluations and management.

Responsible to ensure the Consolidation Center meets and maintains service expectations.

Responsible for organizing daily operations meetings in support of holiday planning, exceptions to normal procedures, This position description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Employee may be asked to perform other duties as assigned.

The ability to work within scope of any shift or operations to include off hours, normal schedule, weekend, and Holidays.

Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience in coaching, counseling, and conflict resolution.

Exceptional organizational and time management skills.

Ability to manage exceptions and perceived problems within a fast-paced environment, adapting readily to change.

Must be able to interact with all levels of upper management and have excellent written and verbal communication skills, bilingual is a plus. Must be able to manage and lead a diverse workforce.

Requires proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and related applications.

Must have strong analytical skills, including the ability to extract, compile and analyze data.

Must be willing to travel

Education and/or Experience

Must have 2+ years’ experience in position of Warehouse manager or related field. Grocery, perishable food handling experience.

Must have 5 years minimal in management, supervisor or higher.

Must have 2 years minimal experience in Warehouse operations.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

Must be able to work standing up or sitting down for long periods of time.

Must be able to traverse and access all areas of a warehouse environment.

Must be able to work in a Distribution Center environment with a variation of temperatures.