BDC General Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Serves as the on-site management and leader of a Bulk Distribution Center (BDC)
• Responsible for the execution of all functions at the facility, including: the daily, weekly and annual operational planning and execution to meet distribution center, XDT and store service requirements
• Recruit, train, and manage up to a 250 employee workforce on multiple shifts
• Assists associates with HR related issues including questions/concerns with attendance, pay, benefits, job changes, terminations, I-9 verification, unemployment claims, and workplace accommodations
• Recruits, hires, trains, develops, and retains effective shift management teams
• In conjunction with HR, develops, implements, and measures effectiveness of associate training programs
• Evaluates staffing needs to meet daily demand; works with the Operations Managers and Supervisors to move personnel to meet the daily priorities and inventory flow; monitors regularly and makes adjustments as needed
• Communicates effectively with Operations Managers and Supervisors regarding business objectives, safety issues, current issues, upcoming events and demand for the day
• Sets Operations Managers and Supervisors up for success; to achieve or exceed key performance indicators, safety, performance and budget targets
• Manage relationships with the distribution centers, local community, suppliers to the facility, and corporate constituents of the facility
• Develop and nurture a positive, focused, and productive work environment for all Team Members.
• Ensure all corporate policies and procedures are adhered to and that short and long term plans are implemented
• Expected to be effective stewardship of Lowe’s corporate resources
• Pursues professional growth and provides developmental opportunities for others by soliciting and acting on performance feedback
• Build collaborative, cross-functional relationships
• Delegate tasks and decisions; fostering open dialog amongst team members
• Work closely with employees to set goals and provide open feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement
• Manage designated work stream to meet customer and business needs by translating business plans into tactical action items
• Align team efforts by building accountability for and measuring progress in achieving results
• Identify and address improvement opportunities and lead facility through change
• Ensure all safety policies and procedures are implemented and observed, and that equipment and work areas are neat, clean and well organized
• Analyze current procedures and initiate new ideas to improve productivity and efficiency
• Identify cause(s) of product loss and take corrective action as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree Supply Chain Operations or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement, if applicable
• Other or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement, if applicable
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word and Access
• 3 Years of leadership experience with direct reports, including experience leading managers
• 8 Years of operations experience in a large volume center environment
• 1 Year Experience in creating and managing a budget

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma certification (yellow belt or above)

Pay Range: $118,700.00 - $198,100.00 annually

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.

Associate Benefits (https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/joining-our-team)

• Working at one of the largest retail companies has its perks. We offer exceptional benefits and wellness programs for eligible full-time and part-time associates, tailored for many different lifestyles. Our benefits range from health, vision and dental insurance to paid vacation, tuition assistance and parental and family-building benefits. Plus, we offer learning and development opportunities to help our associates grow their skills and achieve their goals.