Distribution Center Area Manager - 1st Shift

Foot Locker

$75K — $90K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience in coaching teams and managing performance effectively.
  • Strong technical and analytical abilities, particularly with warehouse management systems (WMS).
  • Familiar with Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement strategies.
  • Proven troubleshooting skills and ability to enhance operational processes.
  • Strong communication skills for handling discussions at all organizational levels.
  • Degree in Logistics, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field is advantageous.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

  • Direct and coach team members to meet daily goals.
  • Ensure adherence to environmental, health, safety, and quality standards.
  • Initiate process improvements using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Manage workforce plans and make timely operational decisions.
  • Facilitate daily shift meetings and aid in production planning.
  • Resolve WMS issues and assist with system enhancements.
  • Engage in auditing processes and remediate findings promptly.
  • Identify cost-saving strategies and assist with financial planning.
  • Cultivate a workplace culture focused on accountability and teamwork.
  • Assist in recruitment and development of department talent.

Benefits

  • Employee discount available.
  • Paid time off (PTO) offered.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) and Roth 401(k) options provided.
  • Life insurance included.
  • Flexible spending account options available.
  • Clear pathways for career advancement.
  • Tuition reimbursement for eligible courses offered.
  • Strong company culture emphasized.
  • Access to employee resource groups for support.
Full Job Description
Overview

Join our team as an Area Manager and lead operations for the first shift Receiving team. This is a leadership role for someone who thrives on problem-solving and delivering results in a fast-paced environment. You’ll oversee safety, efficiency, and team performance while driving continuous improvement at our Sparks, NV distribution center.

 

Responsibilities
  • Direct and coach your team to achieve daily operational goals

  • Ensure compliance with EHS, quality, and safety standards

  • Spearhead process improvement initiatives using Lean/Six Sigma tools

  • Manage labor plans and make real-time decisions to optimize service and cost

  • Lead daily shift meetings and contribute to production planning

  • Troubleshoot WMS issues and support system improvements

  • Participate in audits and resolve findings effectively

  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and support financial planning

  • Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and teamwork

  • Support hiring and talent development within your department

Qualifications
  • Demonstrated experience coaching teams and managing performance
  • Strong technical and analytical skills, including familiarity with warehouse management systems
  • Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, and/or other continous improvement practices
  • Ability to troubleshoot problems, improve processes, and deliver results
  • Confident handling difficult conversations and communicating across different levels of the organization
  • Associate’s degree or higher in Logistics, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field is a plus
  • Comprehensive experience working with Microsoft Office Suite

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Benefits

The annual base salary range is $75,000 - $90,000 / yr. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below:

  • Employee Discount 
  • Paid Time Off 
  • Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage 
  • 401(k) | Roth 401(k) 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Flexible Spending Account 
  • Opportunities for Advancement 
  • Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses 
  • Strong Company Culture 
  • Employee Resource Groups 

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