Inbound Manager - Weekend Shift

Job Summary

The Inbound Manager oversees the receiving department of the facility, including the unloading, check-in, QA, and put-away of inventory. They are responsible for ensuring the facility onboards accurate inventory, reporting discrepancies to procurement, and resolving issues with carriers/vendors. Reporting directly to the Inbound Operations Manager, the Inbound Manager collaborates with department managers on other shifts and the leadership team in Inventory Control and Shipping to problem solve and meet operational directives.

Job Location

1225 Richard Petty Way, Lebanon, TN 37090 We only accept W-2 candidates, H-1B sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations within the receiving department, including appointment scheduling, the unloading of import containers and domestic trailers, the systematic check-in and accuracy verification of inventory, and the storage of product ready for the shipping department.
• Train, coach, develop and hold accountable up to 100 employees to achieve operational metrics and satisfy the needs of the distribution center.
• Maintain a high level of integrity and honesty, embodying the core values of the company and modeling them for our employees.
• Collaborate with the leadership team within the building to meet the needs of the DC and foster a team mentality.
• Create development plans for employees to generate engagement and a leadership bench, with a focus on Team Leaders.
• Analyze opportunities for improvement including productivity growth, cost reduction, damage mitigation, and increased process efficiency.
• Provide clear and frequent communication to all teams regarding company policies and procedures.
• Lead weekly and monthly meetings to share information including metrics review, areas of improvement, employee relations issues, and provide updates on any initiatives and related projects.
• Interact with employees regularly to promote a high level of engagement and ensure all safety regulations are followed.
• Ensure the timely completion of all employee performance reviews and provide frequent and constructive feedback to all team members in accordance with the Great Employees Only philosophy.
• Serve as a leader not only for the assigned department, but for the entire distribution center, holding peers, managers and employees accountable to expectations.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in operations management; 2-3 years’ experience with receiving and inventory management preferred.
• Education: This role does not require a degree. We value relevant skills and experience and alignment with our core values above all else.
• Desired Traits & Skills: Proficiency with MS Office required (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); strong analytical and problem-solving skills required; strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain technical and complex concepts in a simple and concise way to ensure ease of understanding; demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment; ability to quickly adapt as business needs change; customer service-oriented attitude with a demonstrated desire to exceed expectations; ability to work off-shift as required to respond to urgent needs; demonstrated ability to coach, develop, and hold managers accountable for results.