The Area Manager's responsibility is to assist in the management and direction of sub departments within the department. This includes successfully leading the execution of day to day departmental objectives by selecting, onboarding, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching, and improving employee performance. This role entails supporting warehouse associates with daily activities, covering various shifts to support the department, communicating effectively, and delivering exemplary customer service through strong leadership and professionalism.
A day in the life...
- Measure and manage employee actions and performance by aligning to strategic plans
- Complete warehouse operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results
- Support warehouse associates and daily activities which includes covering various shifts to support the department
- Motivate and develop teams, organize and encourage teamwork through collaboration and relationship building to ensure productivity targets are met or exceeded
- Recruit, select, onboard, coach/support and motivate employees
- Support the ongoing safety efforts to ensure all teams are working in a safe manner

- Previous experience (3+ years) proven leadership experience as a warehouse supervisor or a similar management position preferred
- Strong working knowledge of warehouse systems and CI processes
- Time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Excellent leadership and organizational skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and WMS software