Distribution Manager, Outbound Fulfillment

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• Req #:R5684

• Facility Name:Cleveland, OH (Distribution Center)

• Facility Address:4565 Industrial ParkwayCleveland, OH

• Job Type:Full time

• Posted Date:9/3/2024

Who is Oatey?

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries. Our purpose is to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives.

The Oatey family of companies are Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, GF Thompson, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo.

Our brands are synonymous with quality, integrity, and trust in the plumbing industry.

What we're looking for...

The Outbound Fulfillment Manager oversees and manages the outbound fulfillment logistics in distribution operations. This role is responsible for shipping products to customers and ensuring timely and accurate deliveries, optimizing processes, and effectively communicating amongst thefunctional areas onsite at Oatey’s distribution center.

Expectations & Accountabilities

• Ensures timely picking/shipping processes for all orders.

• Develops a labor plan to support all picking and shipping functions.

• Effectively communicate and partner with the Planning Manager to ensure proper prioritization of the workload.

• Ensures proper planning processes are complete before initializing the picking process.

• Develops, communicates, and tracks metrics tied to all outbound functions.

• Manages the Distribution yard and provides reporting for the outbound trailer fleet.

• Manages the daily activities to ensure productivity targets are met for each shift while maintaining quality standards.

• Develops direct and indirect associates to ensure appropriate backup/successors in all key positions.

• Coach and develop direct reports for excellence while documenting their progress and cross-training to provide adequate coverage in key areas.

• Review performance reporting with the shift supervisors to assist in coaching and development of the supervisors and their direct reports.

• Responsible for assisting the operations leadership and EHSS Manager in adhering to safety guidelines and performing quality work as outlined.

• Supports consistent implementation of human resource policies and procedures including the attendance policy, performance merit ratings, associate counseling, and leadership development skills with managers and supervisors.

• Collaborates with the EHSS manager regarding repairs and maintenance of the facility. This includes all material handling equipment and infrastructure changes and modifications to the DC.

• Continually review and improve processes to increase efficiency and improve standard work procedures in adherence with quality standards.

• Ensure good communication flow between departments and the leadership team.

• Manage infrastructure modifications to improve the efficiency of Outbound Fulfillment while recommending opportunities for improvement to the DC manager.

• Continue to improve the culture of the facility and lead by example ensuring standard work is being applied consistently on all shifts.

• Other duties as assigned.

What you'll need to be successful.

• Three to five years of experience managing distribution operations for a large workforce working multiple shifts.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and generate results in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment.

• Knowledge of inventory management and how products flow throughout the distribution center.

• Demonstrated team and individual leadership skills: decision-making, analytical, team building, and organization skills.

• Strong written and oral communication ability, detail-oriented, and advanced organizational skills.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Logistics, or related field or equivalent work experience.

Qualifications that can set you apart.

• Three to five yearsof experience with SAP, warehousing, and distribution systems.

• Bilingual preferred.

• Demonstrated experience with SAP/WMS.

At Oatey we are committed to help our Associates grow their career. Apply today and grow with Oatey!

Why Oatey?

• At Oatey, our purpose has always been to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives.

• We value Collaboration, Integrity, Respect, Courage, Leadership, and Excellence above all else.

• We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion - acknowledging, valuing, and leveraging the unique experiences and perspectives of our associates.

• Our vision is to continue to grow as a market leader, to enrich the lives of our Associates, and to foster an inclusive environment in every regard.

• Our purpose, mission, and vision are not possible without the right people, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, engaging, and rewarding environment for our Associates.

• Oatey has a total rewards philosophy which encompasses compensation, benefits, work-life effectiveness, recognition, performance management, tuition reimbursement, mental health wellness, and talent development.

Oatey Total Rewards

• Unlimited time off for salaried Associates

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates

• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave

• Annual Cash Profit Sharing (discretionary)

• Health Insurance for our associates’ averages $100 or less a month (single coverage)

• Generous benefits including up to $2,880 company contribution to Health Savings Account

• 401(k) with a 5% company match

• Tuition reimbursement in an environment that encourages advancement

• Associate well-being benefits including CALM App and robust EAP offering

• Recognized for our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.