PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The Warehouse Manager will be responsible for managing and leading multiple areas of the inbound and/or outbound warehouse operations to achieve company goals, including exceptional retailer service and outstanding operational efficiencies. Areas of responsibility could include but is not limited to Safety, Outbound, Inbound, Inventory, Data, Customer Service and Profiling. The Warehouse Manager will have direct reports of one or more Managers and 5 or more Supervisors. The Warehouse Manager will be responsible for providing all levels of staff with leadership, vision, insight, and motivation within their areas of responsibility. The Warehouse Manager will also develop and implement short- and long-term plans for all departments in accordance with Ace objectives and strategic plans and is responsible for the warehouse's success.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES:
Responsible for the overall operation of the inbound and outbound functions to include inventory control and building profiling/space utilization. The Warehouse Manager will assist the Retail Support Director in the warehouse's strategic direction and communicates initiatives to subordinates in an effective manner to achieve the expected levels of execution.
What You'll Do
Demonstrate and enforce an environment of safety, good working relationships, quality and productivity.
Provide input for annual budgets based on history and future company initiatives.
Demonstrates knowledge of warehouse operations to include inbound and outbound activities, inventory, data, customer service and profiling.
Develop and implement short and long term goals and objectives for all departments in accordance with Ace objectives and strategic plans.
Create opportunities of development for the Managers and Supervisors and set an example by developing self.
Support all safety programs
Insure all best practice procedures are followed in all areas of responsibility.
Insure all headcount and labor hour goals of the warehouse are met.
Demonstrates the ability to create a positive employee relations environment which results in high performing teams.
Develop and maintain good working relationships between warehouse departments, traffic and human resources.
Ace Hardware is committed to promoting and maintaining a safe, healthy and injury-free environment for all team members.? This is our number one priority, and we will support programs and initiatives that focus on this commitment.? It is critical that all team members take responsibility for their safety as well as the safety of others to ensure that Ace Hardware is a world class safety organization.
What you need to succeed:
Be a safety champion by promoting a safe and productive workplace through your own actions, including the proper use of PPE, safe operation of powered equipment and safe lifting techniques as determined by the role.
Be an active participant in contributing to a successful safety culture in the facility.
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum 5 years related experience preferably in the field of distribution
Demonstrated knowledge of productivity measurement tools
Preferred working knowledge of Ace policies and procedures
Previous experience managing exempt level Supervisors/Managers
Successful management experience involving multiple areas of responsibility with Retail Support
Willingness / ability to work multiple shifts
Compensation Details:
$117,900 - $147,100 Annual
Why should you join our team?
We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don't often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.
In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life's necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:
Semi-Monthly Pay
Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity!)
18 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 9 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability - up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability)& life insurance benefits for you and your dependents.
Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation
Ace invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review.
Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It's a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities - and we support our employees in doing the same by offering our employees opportunities to help Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation.
Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands more.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events.
Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
Adoption cost reimbursement
Identity theft protection
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Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.
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When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.
Disclaimer
The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual's education, training and experience, the position's work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.
Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.
This written "Position Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Ace Hardware is the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the world with over 5,800 locally owned and operated hardware stores in approximately 60 countries. Headquartered in Oak Brook, Ill., Ace and its subsidiaries operate an expansive network of distribution centers in the U.S. and have distribution capabilities in Ningbo, China; and Cuautitlán Izcalli, Mexico. Since 1924, Ace has become a part of local communities around the world and known as the place with the helpful hardware folks. For more information, visit acehardware.com or newsroom.acehardware.com.
