Warehouse Operations Manager - Brooklyn, NY

There’s a Place for You at Cooper Electric Supply, LLC.

A career at Cooper Electric Supply, LLC is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Cooper Electric Supply, LLC offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate throughout the northeast and are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. Cooper Electric Supply, LLC we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

 

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 (Local 3).
• 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

Starting Salary: Starting at 95k, bonus eligible

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What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

• Healthcare plans
• Dental & vision
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Professional and personal development programs

 

• Opportunity to become a shareholder
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
• Robust wellness program
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

 

We’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

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