Manager Warehouse

About Sonepar

Sonepar is an independent family-owned company with global market leadership in B-to-B distribution of electrical products, solutions and related services. Through a dense network of 100 brands spanning 40 countries, the Group has an ambitious transformation agenda to become the first global B-to-B electrical distributor to provide a fully digitalized and synchronized omnichannel experience to all customers. Drawing on the skill and passion of its 45,000 associates, Sonepar had sales of €23 billion in 2020. Sonepar makes its customers’ lives easier, over the counter, visiting customers, by phone or online, – however we’re needed. Sonepar’s ambition is to become “La Référence” - the standard-setter for all its stakeholders.

www.sonepar.com

 

What you will do:

• Direct and coordinate warehouse activities to ensure that customer orders can be fulfilled timely and efficiently.

• Drive efficient warehouse operations ensuring the timely receiving and storage of inbound material, the accurate selection of products for order fulfillment, and the staging and loading of trucks for outbound delivery.
• Monitor operational information, such as "mis-picks" and productivity reports, to ensure the entire shift meets rates and follows preferred methods.
• Work with the operations management team to identify sources of inventory shrink and assist in the development of an action plan.
• Oversee and develop warehouse associates through one-on-one coaching, training on policy and procedures, assisting in problem resolution when required, and leading by example. 
• Coach on productivity and safety targets, and deliver disciplinary action
• Participate in building high-performing teams by interviewing and hiring warehouse personnel.
• Maintain physical condition and safety of warehouse and equipment, including preparing work orders for repairs and requisitions for equipment.
• Analyze the current operations and make recommendations on expense and cost control.
• Lead with a safety mindset by regularly inspecting the facility for safety hazards and either resolve them or report them as appropriate.

 

What you will bring:

• Experience managing a union environment.  
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in warehouse distribution.
• A minimum of 3 years of management experience.   
• Broad knowledge of warehouse operations, methods, and procedures.
• Strong leadership, communication, and people development skills.
• Ability to interpret financial and operational data.

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to prioritize needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to exercise safety while carrying out all job responsibilities.

 

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• The ability to stand and walk for the full length of the assigned shift. 
• The ability to lift, push, and pull objects. 
• The ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb.  
• This job is performed in a large distribution center warehouse environment.

 

Location:  Brooklyn, NY

Work Hours:  Monday - Friday, typical start time between 6:30 am and 8 am

 

 

We are interested in knowing you more. Start an exciting new career and enjoy many employee benefits by applying online. Sonepar HQ is thankful for your interest in joining the team, only individuals selected for interview will be contacted.

 

More information on Sonepar:

Website: www.sonepar.com 

Twitter: @sonepar

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sonepar/  

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