Distribution Center Manager - Woodridge

Reporting To: Director of US Manufacturing and Distribution Centers

Role Location: Woodridge, IL

Travel: Up to 10%

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Gerber is proudly celebrating over 90 years of manufacturing, tried and true, high-quality kitchen and bathroom plumbing products. We earn the trust of trade professionals and homeowners alike who find value in products that have both style and substance-performing without exception for years to come, all while surprisingly affordable.

WHO WE ARE

At Globe Union/Gerber, we live by our core values- Humility, Enthusiasm, Accountability, Resourcefulness , and Transparency . As a Distribution Center Manager, you will:

• Show Humility: Value input from all team members and recognize opportunities for growth. • Be Enthusiastic: Embrace challenges and continuously seek to deepen your business knowledge. • Take Accountability : Own your work and commitments and proactively address challenges. • Be Resourceful: Prioritize effectively, leverage resources, and collaborate for maximum impact. • Practice Transparency: Communicate openly, seek clarity, and uphold integrity in all interactions.

These values are integral to our culture and your success in this role.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Overall day-to-day operations for Woodridge distribution center. • Responsible for oversight and accuracy of all inbound and outbound shipments and inventory. • Responsible for the daily performance, onboarding, development, and cross-training of staff. • Manage key performance indicators for warehouse processes for continuous improvements. • Responsible for performing similar duties, as your staff on an as needed basis. • Enforce company rules regarding safety, discipline, cooperation, and teamwork. • Ensure complete OSHA and internal safety policy compliance. • Continuous improvement of operational processes and procedures. • Responsible for maximizing throughput and storage. • Troubleshoot Oracle and our TMS for issues as they occur and work with our IT team and/or Transportation team as needed. • Enforce and support all standard operating procedures. • Flexibility to perform other duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor's Degree (equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of a degree). • 5+ years' experience in the job offered. • This role will be required to be out on the floor actively performing similar tasks as staff, as needed. • Ability to stand, bend, and lift throughout the day. • Lifting requirement of up to 50 lbs. • Must have excellent supervisory skills and the ability to coach and develop employees. • Bilingual, English/ Spanish, preferred but not required. • Working knowledge of OSHA and the willingness to become certified in the areas necessary. • Proficiency is MS Office suite • Detail-oriented - precision and consistency is key to success in this role • Ability to work effectively as a team as well as manage time and projects independently • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Strong interpersonal, influencing and leadership skills • Understanding of Lean and 5S methodologies. • Strong understanding of warehouse strategies and best practices. • Goal-oriented with high standards for quality and performance • Flexibility to effectively work with others from different culture, work habits, and management styles • Hardworking, action-oriented, and results driven • Demonstrates a "roll up your sleeves" initiative to get the job done • Willingness to cooperate and accept added responsibilities • Ability to travel