Outbound Warehouse Manager at Sysco

Hampton, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Food Distribution, Warehousing, LogisticsIndustries

Requirements

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • 2 or 4-year college degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management or similar major preferred
  • 3-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and related experience
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written form

Responsibilities

  • Manages the daily work and safety of associates engaged in order selection, product replenishment, and order loading, to include all warehouse functions, selectors, loaders and night forklift operators
  • Oversees labor hours and consumable supplies within budget
  • Prepares work schedules including extra work days and shifts as needed
  • Handles the proper utilization of Company assets in support of the warehouse
  • Coordinates required repairs with proper departments as necessary
  • Reviews night warehouse functions and various warehouse productivity reporting
  • Suggests efficiency ideas, cost reduction measures and assists with the implementation of changes within the night warehouse
  • Identifies problems, proposes solutions to other members of management and promotes cooperation with other departments
  • Conducts shipping and loading audits daily ensuring all required documentation is accurately completed (including HAACP, food safety, and catch-weight documentation) and that material is handled and stored correctly with a minimum potential for loss
  • Assists with monitoring sanitation and facility/racking damage to ensure a safe and clean warehouse
  • Preserves associate relations through regular department or pre-shift meetings and maintains on-going interaction
  • Keeps open communication channels with associates by answering questions and explaining policies and procedures
  • Monitors associate morale and submits/responds to ideas to improve associate engagement and enablement
  • Interprets, trains and consistently enforces Company policies and procedures
  • Coordinates efforts with the Safety department to aid in training, conducting associate observations, updating preferred work methods, conducting accident investigations to determine root causes, and routine safety inspections
  • Makes recommendations for disciplinary action and/or behavior modification where required
  • Executes management functions of staff selection, development, discipline, performance reviews and/or terminations
  • Performs the duties of associates supervised and other related duties as needed
  • Complies with local, state and federal regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA, AIB, FDA, USDA, etc.)

Skills

Warehouse Management
Order Selection
Order Loading
Product Replenishment
Forklift Operation
Inventory Maintenance
Safety Management
Budget Management
Staff Scheduling
Productivity Reporting
HACCP
Food Safety
Sanitation

Sysco

Foodservice distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About Sysco

Sysco Corporation specializes in foodservice distribution, primarily serving restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. The company offers a variety of products and services, including food items, kitchen equipment, and marketing support, tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients. Sysco differentiates itself from competitors by providing comprehensive solutions, such as the "Restaurants Rising Toolkit" during the COVID-19 pandemic, which helps restaurants adapt to new dining trends. The goal of Sysco is to make running a restaurant easier and more profitable for its clients.

Houston, TexasHeadquarters
1970Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Food & AgricultureIndustries

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Professional Development Budget
Performance Bonus

Risks

Increased competition from tech-driven solutions could impact Sysco's market share.
Reliance on partnerships for technology advancements may pose risks if results are unmet.
Socially responsible investing trends may pressure Sysco to improve ESG standards.

Differentiation

Sysco offers comprehensive B2B solutions, including food products, equipment, and marketing services.
The company provides flexible payment options and waives delivery minimums for scheduled deliveries.
Sysco's 'Restaurants Rising Toolkit' supports restaurants adapting to new dining trends.

Upsides

Sysco can capitalize on the demand for plant-based and alternative protein products.
The rise of ghost kitchens offers Sysco opportunities for specialized supply chain solutions.
Digital transformation in foodservice allows Sysco to enhance service offerings and engagement.

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