Distribution Center Assistant Manager with CDL A

United Pipe & Steel, a member of the Reliance Inc. family of companies, is a leading master distributor of standard pipe products in the United States, serving wholesale distributors only from our fleet of flatbed trucks. We are seeking an Assistant Distribution Center Manager with a current CDL A license to join our Birmingham, AL team!

Job Overview

Reporting directly to the DC Manager, the Assistant Manager will be the primary backup responsible for the day-to-day operations, with a focus on safety, quality, inventory control, and efficiency. The ideal candidate will hold a current CDL A license to also serve as a backup flatbed driver when needed. They will need to have no restrictions with their CDL A, meet or exceed all KPIs, lead and develop the warehouse team, and provide impeccable customer service to our customers. The DC Manager and Assistant Manager will collaborate to ensure all warehouse and administrative assignments are covered efficiently. The Assistant Manager has decision-making authority as delegated by the DC Manager.

Responsibilities and Job Duties:

Management

Supervise daily operations in a fast-paced and continuously changing distribution warehouse environment.
Ensure the warehouse operates at peak efficiency, with safety being the primary goal, by supporting a safe work environment by following safety rules and regulations and reporting all safety hazards.
Develop the warehouse team to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach short- and long-term performance goals.
Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with California legal regulations.
Perform daily equipment, safety, and building inspections, and oversees general maintenance as needed. Makes recommendations for improvements to procedures or equipment.
Promote a positive team environment and increase employee engagement by leading by example while motivating and mentoring others.
Confers with the Manager to ensure coordination of warehouse activities. Interfaces and communicates with the sales team and customers regarding service.
Resolve and troubleshoot escalated customer service issues.
Quality check of all outbound shipments.
Demonstrate a strong work ethic while maintaining a sense of urgency to complete tasks and accomplish goals set by leadership.
Be able to communicate effectively with fellow employees with courtesy and respect.
Manages and maintains good human resources practices and adherence to corporate and department policies and procedures.
Working knowledge of computers and programs specific to operations reporting, including MS Office.
Assume all other duties as assigned.

Inventory

Monitor inbound warehouse inventory and the flow of products to the processors.
Oversee trafficking, customer callouts, and delivery logs.
Monitor the loading and unloading of all materials, reporting defective or damaged items.
Ensure DC is maintained per the strategic inventory management plan.
Execute Cycle Count program and annual physical inventory.

Transportation

Be able to act as a Home Daily, Backup CDL A flatbed driver who can drive manual transmissions when needed.
Coordinate in/outbound shipments and oversee the loading of outgoing shipments while minimizing or preventing all inventory discrepancies.
Ensure equipment is maintained to DOT and Driver satisfaction.
Check the safety and configuration of all loads before they leave the facility to ensure DOT compliance.
Ability to handle changing priorities and use good judgment in stressful situations.

Requirements and qualifications:

3+ years’ experience managing warehouse associates, specifically experience working in a distribution warehouse environment or with flatbed trucks preferred.
Previous sit-down forklift experience/forklift trainer experience is a big plus.
Must be able to stand/walk for up to 8-10 hours daily.
This is a physical position, involving heavy lifting, bending, and stretching.
Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.

Skills/Knowledge

Knowledge of distribution center processes, practices, and tools.
Strong organizational and time management skills, and ability to prioritize.
Excellent communication and people skills, collaborating with multicultural staff and other departments.
Strong critical thinking skills and analytical abilities.

Benefits

Affordable and comprehensive medical insurance
Vision, Dental, Short-term Disability & Life insurance included
401K plan with employer matching contributions.
Paid vacation, sick, and holiday time
Employee Assistance Program
Monday - Friday schedule; Weekends off

Pay

$70-$75K per year with a 10% base salary bonus plan.

Job Type: Full-time

United Pipe & Steel is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid orientation
Paid time off
Paid training
Safety equipment provided

Application Question(s):

How many years of supervisor experience do you have and in what kind of setting?
Do you possess a current CDL A license and able to drive a manual transmission?
How many years of flatbed driving experience do you have?
How many years of forklift experience do you have?
Do you have experience loading or unloading trucks? If so, what kinds of trucks?

Work Location: In person

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Distribution Center Assistant Manager with CDL A License