NFI Industries

General Manager II

NFI Industries$90K — $120K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years of experience managing a large warehouse or distribution center (500,000+ sq ft).
  • Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (Manhattan preferred).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and warehouse mechanical equipment.
  • Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, HAZMAT, FDA regulations, with willingness to get certified.
  • Excellent talent management and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee operational procedures for shipments and inventory accuracy.
  • Develop and implement strategies to eliminate process issues.
  • Plan long-term labor needs based on sales forecasts.
  • Analyze workload against labor hours and equipment availability.
  • Manage relationships with 1-3 key customers, including Tier one and e-fulfillment.
  • Report financial performance and manage facility budget.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and promote a culture of safety.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs.
  • Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
  • On-the-job training and continuing education support.
  • Employee recognition programs and rewards.
  • Flexible schedules and shift options to accommodate work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Overview

The General Manager II is responsible for a 24/7 complex operation and financial performance by providing direction and leadership to exempt and non-exempt associates at this facility. This position is responsible for developing and leading a team that will manage the employee performance, inventory, vendor, carrier, and customer relationships. This role is ultimately responsible for ensuring that orders are selected accurately and packed/shipped without damage for timely delivery. This position reports to the Director of Warehouse Operations.
Responsibilities

    Operations Management
  • Ensures operational procedures for executing activities for incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of products, and keeping the highest standards of inventory accuracy in place.
  • Develops and manages a comprehensive strategy for the facility by shaping requirements, assessing deliverables and utilizing resources to help eliminate process problems.
  • Plans long-term labor needs based on sales, forecasts and historical data
  • Conducts analysis of workload compared to labor hours and equipment.
  • Manages between 1-3 customers in the warehouse, typically Tier one customers and e-fulfillment customers.
  • Typically manages 500,000 -1,000,000 + square feet of facilities and approximately 100 or more employees during non-peak times.
  • Collaborates with teams from other facilities to share knowledge, problem solve
  • Financials
  • Responsible for facility P&L and budget preparation.
  • Audits all billing activity for accuracy. Properly signs and authorizes all purchase order requisitions, vouchers and customer billing.
  • Ensures proper percentage of labor is charged to respective departments to ensure proper factoring is achieved to identify accurate productivity.
  • Reports out on locations financial and operational performance.
  • Conducts monthly review of aging for accounts receivable and works closely with the Director and Corporate office to recover balances in a timely fashion.
  • Conducts annual review of customer contracts, determining and recommending annual increases to the Regional Vice-President and Director of Business Development.
  • Drives continuous improvements to safety, quality, cost and delivery while growing and expanding capabilities within the warehouse.
  • Employee Relations/Development
  • Ensures the daily pre-shift meetings cover previous productivity, operational problems, forecasting workload and any other pertinent company information.
  • Ensures proper staffing and support hiring for all facility operations.
  • Ensures all new employees are properly on-boarded; completing required paperwork and following a structured training schedule.
  • Produces and effectively communicates department goals and individual performance goals that ensure the facility achieves operational success.
  • Manages and maintains good human resources practices with direct reports, and adherence to established corporate and department policies and procedures
  • Works with Human Resources to resolve employee relation issues, discipline actions, problem resolution and terminations.
  • Travels to other warehouses and participates in department or company meetings, as necessary
  • Provides feedback, coaching, guidance, and recognition to enhance other's skill development.
  • Plays an active role in employee development and talent selection.
  • Acts as a role model for the department in support of corporate purpose, vision, and values.
  • Provides regular coaching and feedback on performance, prepares and presents formal performance appraisals and makes recommendations and approves annual compensation increases.
  • Exhibits a commitment to self-development by staying current on information, tools, and systems.
  • Safety and Security
  • Implements safety and sanitation schedules that ensure the facilities compliance with corporate, OSHA, FDA, AIB or ASI standards.
  • Coordinates all alarm-monitoring systems and reviews sprinkler system testing.
  • Ensures the safe, clean and efficient operation of the facility to meet service standards
  • Actively supports and participates in all safety initiatives in the facility
  • Performs safety observations to coach employees on safety procedures
  • Prevents associate incident and injury by overseeing accident investigations, assessing root cause analysis and implementing necessary improvements

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job, as determined by the company.
  • 10+ years' overall experience and experience in managing a 500,000+ sq ft warehouse/distribution center with total revenues up to 1m
  • Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (Manhattan preferred)
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
  • Working knowledge of warehouse / mechanical equipment
  • Working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, HAZMAT, FDA regulations and the willingness to become certified in one or more of these areas as necessary
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to handle changing priorities and use good judgment in stressful situations
  • Experience with seasonal work forces is a plus, but not required.
  • Experience with or desire to learn performance metrics, process improvement, and Lean/Six Sigma tools.
  • Excellent talent management and team building skills
  • Excellent verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills
  • Excellent customer service skills specifically with external clients
  • Excellent analytical and mathematical skills
  • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
  • Must be on-call for alarm system or problems during off work hours
  • Ability and availability to work irregular or extended hours including nights, weekends and holidays as needed by the customer.
  • Must be able to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours.
  • Lift and move totes up to 50 pounds.
  • Regular bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head.
  • Walking in the distribution center and around the area with great frequency; facilities are over a quarter mile in length.
  • Should be able to work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions and temperature variation and able to access all areas of building without limitations.


Profit Center

PC-18

About NFI Industries

NFI Industries is a transportation and logistics company that provides a range of services, including warehousing, distribution, and transportation management. The company was founded in 1932 by Israel Brownstein and Samuel Rosenberg, and is headquartered in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. NFI Industries operates more than 50 million square feet of warehouse space and has a fleet of over 4,000 tractors and 9,000 trailers. The company serves a variety of industries, including retail, food and beverage, and healthcare.
Learn more about NFI Industries
Size
13,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1932

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at NFI Industries

More Retail & Consumer Goods Jobs

Find similar General Manager II jobs: