Job Description

Position Details

As a Warehouse Operations Manager, you will manage all service related and operational goals for a specific branch (store) and work closely with the Store Operations Manager. You will ensure execution of the Branch Network strategic vision and goals through demonstrated leadership in the areas of talent excellence, service, and cost to serve. You will report to the Manager, Branch Network or Sr District Manager.  This role is based out of our San Jose CA Branch which has a 110,000 sq. ft. warehouse to manage.

You Will

Oversee a team up to 8 employees with authority to hire and performance manage the team by ensuring goals are set and monitored. Create an environment where team members are engaged, empowered, enthusiastic, and committed to the success of the company by encouraging diverse thoughts and ideas. 

Balance operating expenses with higher level of service, while looking for ways to improve processes and remove non-value added activities. Monitor controllable expenses to achieve the assigned expense target. 

Understand competitive landscape. Create and employ appropriate growth, productivity, risk mitigation and governance strategies to address market, regulatory, and company-specific requirements. 

Communicate and implement a sound strategy to team members that embraces change management. 

Build partnerships and collaborate at all levels of the organization (up, across, and down) 

You Have

Bachelor's degree or relevant experience 

1+ years of leadership experience  

Project management, planning, and facilitation skills. 

Warehouse or manufacturing experience.

Lean/Six Sigma experience highly preferred.

Rewards & Benefits

With benefits starting day one, Grainger is committed to your safety, health and wellbeing. Our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet our team members' individual needs. Check out some of the rewards available to you at Grainger 

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans 

Paid time off (PTO) and 6 company holidays per year 

Automatic 6% 401(k) company contribution each pay period 

Employee discounts, parental leave, 3:1 match on donations and tuition reimbursement 

A comprehensive set of emotional, financial, physical and social wellbeing programs 

Monday through Friday