The Superintendent manages day to day warehouse operations to service the needs of retail stores within the department budget.
Key Responsibilities:
Proven ability to communicate effectively with employees and to hold them accountable
Keep informed of Federal, State, and Municipal laws and regulations, collective bargaining agreements and Company work rules regarding warehouse operation of company
Ensure departmental compliance with, OSHA
Work closely with Warehouse Supervisors, hourly associates, drivers, Division DC's, and retail personnel to implement cost saving measures
Determine equipment and manpower requirements for daily operational needs
Manage labor relations by dealing with grievances, corporate, warehouse employees, and union business agents
Aggressively cultivate and promote a positive and innovative work environment
Maintain a high level of customer service to Albertsons/ Safeway
Set and monitor warehouse performance targets both short and long term
Ensure Albertsons policies, procedures and practices are strictly adhered to, including appropriate audit, controls and segregation of duties are in place to support Sarbanes Oxley compliance
Hiring and development of warehouse staff and warehouse team members towards attainment of their potential
Interface with Regulator Agencies
Assist with Capital development, cost estimation and management as needed
Perform other duties as requested or required by a higher level of management
Key Requirements:
4 year college degree preferred or 4-5 years progressive warehouse operations management experience
4 years supervision experience, preferably in a Distribution Center preferred
Proven track record of cost reductions and increased productivity
Strong knowledge of warehouse management system EXE, COM.
Strong knowledge of Engineered Labor Standards
Able to work with warehouse supervision to improve supervisory skills
Well-developed analytical and computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access
Ability to empower, supervise and direct a diverse workforce
Ability to hire, develop, evaluate, train, and coach staff and associates
Strong communication skills and ability to build direct relationships with hourly associates while managing union contracts
Excellent organizational skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility
Experience in holding employees accountable for working safely, and providing a safe work environment
Proven ability to define performance measures directly related to business and hold people accountable for such
Proven ability to do financial analysis and review and analyze existing cost data
Strong interpersonal and team building skills
Excellent customer service focus, results oriented
Must be comfortable at giving and receiving open feedback
Ability to function as a team member and get along with others
Ability to work at a fast-paced but efficient and controlled manner
Ability to accept supervisory coaching related to performance, work habits and attitude