General Manager

Overview

Shift: Compansation: $100,000 - $110,000

Position: General Manager

Location:

Melrose Park, IL

$100,000 - $110,000 base with additional bonus potential.

Capstone is a North American supply chain solutions partner with over 650 operating locations, 19,000 associates, and 60,000 carriers. We specialize in freight management, warehouse and distribution center support, last-mile delivery, supply chain analytics, optimization, and more. Our integrated, end-to-end logistics solutions uniquely position us to help partners reduce warehousing and transportation costs.

• Implements the business plan for assigned area of responsibility by communicating goals and managing staffing and scheduling, assigning duties and coordinating workloads in order to achieve facility goals.
• Identifies associate, customer, and supplier concerns by listening and consulting with others when needed to determine corrective action to take or make recommendations in order to resolve concerns.
• Monitors and manages productivity of assigned area of responsibility by preparing, reviewing and analyzing business reports. Writing and balancing daily bank deposits. Assist in managing Site and Departmental budget.
• Maintains quality and safety standards in assigned area of responsibility by ensuring associates are trained on logistics and company policies, standards, and procedures; monitoring associate compliance with logistics and company policies, standards, and procedures; distributing and maintaining procedures and supporting documentation.
• Supervises and develops associates and leaders in assigned area of responsibility by assigning duties and coordinating workloads, monitoring performance and providing feedback; identifying training and development needs; and participating in the hiring, promotion, coaching, teaching, and evaluation of associates and leaders.
• Demonstrates up-to-date expertise and applies this to the development, execution, and improvement of action plans by providing expert advice and guidance to others in the application of information and best practices; supporting and aligning efforts to meet customer and business needs; and building commitment for perspectives and rationales.
• Provides and supports the implementation of business solutions by building relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders; identifying business needs; determining and carrying out necessary processes and practices; monitoring progress and results; recognizing and capitalizing on improvement opportunities; and adapting to competing demands, organizational changes, and new responsibilities.
• Models compliance with company policies and procedures and supports company mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity by incorporating these into the development and implementation of business plans; using the Open Door Policy; and demonstrating and assisting others with how to apply these in executing business processes and practices.

• Must be very flexible with shift start times as well as days worked, including weekends and holidays.
• 5 years of management and leadership experience in an industrial setting.
• Ability to train, coach, and mentor warehouse associates.
• Strong organization and prioritizing skills.
• Ability to simultaneously perform multiple tasks.
• The ability to make decisions, problem solve, prioritize assignments and direct the workforce in an ever-changing warehouse environment.
• Ability to manage budgets; read and interpret P&L statements; and prepare related management reports.
• Intermediate PC skills with knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point
• Excellent aptitude in estimating rates and adding and subtracting mentally while constantly multitasking.

• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs

• Warehousing, Logistics, Supply Chain or Third Party experience preferred
• BS/BA Degree or Associates Degree with Equivalent Experience is a plus but not required
• Excellent interpersonal communication, leadership, and customer service skills.
• Proven track record in supervision of warehouse employees including Hiring,…