At SpartanNash, relationships matter and working on the Supply Chain/Distribution team isnt just about how we serve our customers, its about how we treat our associates. We want you to feel valued as an individual and as part of our team. Our culture is vibrant and associates want to stay here because we have good people. Its not unusual to see longevity of 25+ years at our facilities. We share a sense of pride and are excited to contribute to the companys prosperity.
Location:
850 76th Street S.W. - Byron Center, Michigan 49315
Job Description:
A day in the life of a Warehouse Superintendent is never the same but, in this role, you will be responsible for providing operational leadership for the facility, which includes providing technical and managerial expertise necessary for the efficient and profitable operation of the distribution center. Assures the distribution center is in a constant state of preparedness to meet schedules and take advantage of opportunities that arise, including production planning, logistics, inventory, incoming and outgoing shipments, and the handling and disposition of materials.
* Provide leadership and ensures compliance with all required safety, regulatory, environmental and company programs, including Federal, State and Local regulations.
* Manage inventory control programs and warehouse requirements.
* Enforce company policies and safety regulations for all associates and contractors. Coordinates various programs essential to distribution center procedures (e.g., training, safety, housekeeping, cost reduction, quality, associate involvement, security, etc.).
* Analyze operational failures for root cause and operational efficiency.
* Assist distribution center leadership with budgeting warehouse and reclamation operations.
* Direct salvage of damaged or used material.
* Ensure efficient distribution center operations for process improvements, operational cost control and energy management.
* Work effectively with customer, other operations leaders and transportation regarding distribution center activities including production activities, complaints, concerns or violations of loading and unloading product.
* Effectively communicates with internal and external customers to solve problems and drive process improvement.
* Support/facilitate communication at the facility on topics including damage, safety, and energy through pre-shift meetings, written communication and one-on-one interaction with associates.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement with associates and supervisors.
* Actively solicit feedback from associates at all levels to improve operations.
* Effectively administer corrective action and progressive discipline ensuring that associates receive equitable treatment.
* Act as an advocate for company administered training and education programs.
* Ensure the health, safety, cleanliness and security of the work environment. This may include, but is not limited to: Work with maintenance team to maintain the physical condition of the warehouse facility and ensure equipment is in proper working condition.
* Ensure procedures for the efficient operation and utilization of all warehouse equipment is followed; address any issues or concerns promptly.
* Promote and reinforce safety and security awareness; report and/or address any issues or work-related injuries.
* Responsible for department management including staffing, training, performance management and career development of associates, and developing and monitoring department goals.
* Work with Director Distribution to prepare and monitor operating, labor and capital expenditure budgets as required.
* Maintain current knowledge of legal regulations, industry trends and best practices within Distribution Center operations; make recommendations to improve current processes and to ensure company legal compliance.
* The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work being performed as assigned for this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and requirements; additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Sound Like You? Heres what youll need:
* HS Diploma or GED is required. Bachelors Degree is highly preferred.
* Minimum three (3) years of warehouse distribution experience is required.
* Minimum one (1) year of supervisory experience is required.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Working knowledge of basic accounting principles.
* Effective meeting facilitation skills and negotiation skills. Knowledge of MS Office Suite.
* Knowledge of distribution software and inventory/warehouse management software.
* Effective time management and ability to manage multiple projects.
* Strong problem-solving and leadership skills. Ability to work flexible hours.
SpartanNash is a certified Military-Friendly employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply!
We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.
SpartanNash is proud to take care of the people who take care of our business through our robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package. Learn more here.
SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer who celebrates diversity and believes employing a diverse workforce is key to our success. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals.
Byron Center, MI
SpartanNash (SPTN) is a Fortune 400 company and the sixth largest food distributor in the United States. We also are a leading distributor of grocery products to U.S military commissaries.
Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Mich., SpartanNash has corporate offices in Minneapolis, Indianapolis and Norfolk, Va. We currently operate more than 155 corporate-owned retail stores in nine states and distribute to more than 2,100 independent locations throughout the country.
Our retail banners include Dan’s Supermarket, D&W Fresh Market, Econofoods, Family Fare, Family Fresh Market, Forest Hills Foods, Fresh City Market, Martin’s Super Markets, No Frills, SunMart, Supermercado Nuestra Familia, ValuLand and VG’s.
We operate 11 wholesale distribution centers and seven military DCs. Our military operations also serve the District of Columbia, Europe, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Bahrain, Djibouti and Egypt.
SpartanNash also offers premier fresh produce distribution and fresh food processing through our Caito Foods Fresh Kitchen and Fresh Cut operations, and BRT’s managed freight business specializes in dry and refrigerated freight services for produce and perishable goods.
Our vision is to be a best-in-class business that feels local, where relationships matter. We are guided by our core values of customer focus, innovation, patriotism, teamwork, respect, integrity, accountability and celebration and fun. The key to our success is our family of nearly 19,000 associates, who put our customers, consumers, communities and their co-workers first, each and every day.
Giving back is part of our commitment. In 2017, we donated 5.4 million pounds of food to help fight hunger and collaborated with community partners around the country to advance education and vital services. We also supported the communities we serve through our corporate giving initiatives and volunteered thousands of hours with our community partners.