A well-established Distribution Company located in Kent, WA is looking to hire a Warehouse Branch Manager. Would you like to join a stable and growing company where there is potential for career growth? If so, please read on!

This Warehouse Branch Manager position earns a competitive starting wage, and we also offer great benefits and perks, such as 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off (PTO), a 401(k) option, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), life insurance, a down-to-earth casual environment, and a positive team-oriented culture. Full time employees also have access to medical, dental, vision, and other insurance options.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A WAREHOUSE BRANCH MANAGER
A Branch Manager will handle the daily operations of our warehouse and distribution center. A Branch Manager should maintain high levels of accuracy in day-to-day operations, lead and develop the warehouse team as well as provide impeccable customer service to our customers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Control and manage inventory with an accuracy level of 99%
Enforce all company rules, regulations, policies and procedures with assistance from Human Resources
Ensure orders arrive on-time to appropriate destinations with correct quantities
Implement continuous improvement plan projects and process improvements
Implement cost reduction measures and continuous improvement projects
Implement measures of warehouse improvement and development of warehouse team
Maintain strong customer relationships
Maintain compliance with all federal, state and local warehousing, material handling, and shipping requirements.
Manage all warehouse operations and ensure a high degree of detail and focus on every job
Manage teambuilding and motivation of warehouse team with assistance from Human Resources
Manage the warehouse in its entirety by ensuring receipt, coordination and safety of goods coming through the warehouse, and scheduling and assignment of team members
Manage warehouse team and oversee daily operations
Management and development of warehouse team by selecting, orientating and training employees with the assistance from Human Resources
Management of warehouse team by appraisals, coaching, counseling, mentoring, monitoring and disciplining with assistance from Human Resources
Perform general inspection of all equipment utilized in the warehouse

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES:

Experience with Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel & Word
Experience with Microsoft Teams
Experience with Epicor
Experience with WMS and Customer TMS transportation portals
Ability to drive change and continuous improvement initiatives
Ability to delegate responsibility and authority to maximize use of employees' skills
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from internal and external customers, managers and employees
Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports
Ability to organize resources and establish priorities
Ability to operate powered industrial lift trucks
Ability to work in a team environment
Interact well with employees at all levels within the organization and be able to build and maintain positive working relationships
Must be self-directed and possess a high level of personal organization and drive
Possess customer-focused attitude
Possess excellent problem-solving skills
Possess excellent communication skills including verbal, written and interpersonal
Strong attention to detail and accuracy while meeting deadlines
Willingness and ability to be flexible and adapt to changing job requirements
Working knowledge of all warehouse processes, policies and procedures with ability to perform
Experience with ISO 9001
LTL/TL and small parcel shipping
Safety Program Management and leading/facilitating meetings
Experience with VMI
Management of remote staff (site coordinators)
P&L responsibilities and management
Manage direct local warehouse staff

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A WAREHOUSE BRANCH MANAGER

High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years of experience in warehouse operations or distribution management
Preferred: Bachelor's degree
Preferred: Lean or Six Sigma experience
Must be willing to drive company truck when needed

WORK SCHEDULE & SALARY
This position requires working a 1st shift Monday – Friday, salary range is $82,000 to $92,000 per year.

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
We understand your time is valuable and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this role, please fill out our initial mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

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