Warehouse Manager at US Foods

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

US Foods Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Food Distribution, Logistics, WarehousingIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum of three years of experience in warehouse distribution required
  • Minimum of one year of experience overseeing a workforce required
  • Broad knowledge of warehouse operations, methods, and procedures
  • Strong leadership, communication, and people development skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead with a safety mindset, champion safety procedures, processes, and training to create and maintain a safety-first culture
  • Oversee and develop warehouse associates through one-on-one coaching, training on policy and procedures, problem resolution, and leading by example; discuss performance with Sr. Warehouse Managers and create improvement plans
  • Create a cohesive organization by keeping communication open and directing workforce for efficient workflow
  • Direct and supervise work and productivity of associates; drive engagement, retention, and embody US Foods values
  • Participate in building teams by interviewing, hiring, reviewing performance, coaching on productivity and safety, and delivering disciplinary action
  • Lead associates to achieve accurate orders, stage and load trucks; oversee preparation for shipping or receiving
  • Monitor operational information like mis-picks and productivity reports; coach and counsel to correct behaviors
  • On day shift, designate dock locations for inbound carriers; ensure proper stocking per food safety and FIFO; monitor replenishment and will call
  • Maintain physical condition and safety of warehouse and equipment; prepare work orders and requisitions
  • Work with operations team to identify inventory shrink sources, develop action plans, analyze operations, and recommend improvements for expense and cost control
  • Regularly inspect facility for safety hazards, resolve or report them; maintain warehouse and equipment condition
  • Ensure Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) and FSQA requirements are followed
  • Effectively schedule working shifts using planning tools like Microsoft Excel
  • Perform other duties as assigned by manager

Skills

Warehouse Operations
Safety Leadership
Team Management
Associate Coaching
Performance Reviews
Inventory Receiving
Order Selection
Productivity Monitoring
Hiring
Problem Resolution

US Foods

Food distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About US Foods

US Foods is a leading food distributor in America, providing a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other food service operators. The company offers over 350,000 products, including fresh produce and culinary equipment, and operates by purchasing food in bulk and selling it to clients while also offering services like culinary expertise and business consulting. With a strong logistics network that ensures timely deliveries, US Foods also supports clients with solutions like the "Make It Now" platform during challenging times. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, having donated over $32 million in food and supplies for hunger relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rosemont, IllinoisHeadquarters
1853Year Founded
$340.5KTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, ConsultingIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Short-term and Long-term Disability
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Life Insurance
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Potential E. coli contamination from Taylor Farms onions could harm US Foods' reputation.
$500 million senior notes issuance increases financial risk if debt obligations aren't met.
Expansion in Buda involves significant capital investment, risking financial strain.

Differentiation

US Foods offers over 350,000 diverse products to meet varied customer needs.
The 'Make It Now' platform aids clients in recovery and reopening efforts.
US Foods provides value-added services like culinary expertise and business consulting.

Upsides

Expansion in Buda, Texas, will create 165 new jobs by December 2026.
Flexible scheduling and seven-day delivery model enhance customer service.
Advancements in cold chain logistics improve perishable food distribution efficiency.

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