Distribution Manager - Electrical Construction

Distribution Manager - Electrical Construction

Location:

Virginia Beach, VA, US

Requisition : 178862
Job Level: Mid Level
Department: Supply Chain Management
Employment Type: Full Time

As a Distribution Manager, you will supervise and coordinate all activities related to the receiving, storage and shipping of products to meet our customer’s needs. You will also manage the activities related to upkeep and/or modification of the facility. These activities include scheduling, staffing assignments, managing inventories, record keeping, QC control, housekeeping, organization of the warehouse, coordinating daily shop floor activities, coordinating facility upkeep or repair activities, and ensuring proper training is provided to all warehouse staff to create a safe and efficient working environment.

At Kiewit, the scale of our operations is huge. Our construction and engineering projects span across the United States, Canada and Mexico, improving and connecting communities. We hire only the most driven people and offer diverse career opportunities, strong leadership, mentorship, rewarding and collaborative work, and responsibilities that won’t be found elsewhere. We’re always pushing new limits. You can too.

• Oversee processing of pick tickets and ensure orders are shipped to customer specifications in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate physical inventories reflected in the ERP system.
• Supervise and prioritize warehouse personnel.
• Establish and assist in developing warehouse policies and objectives and assure adherence to best practices.
• Achieve overall inventory accuracy in the warehouse.
• Maintain results and productivity at or above company goals and standards.
• Ensure compliance with ISO and quality documentation and process requirements.
• Select freight carriers appropriate to TPC’s and customer requirements.
• Provide a safe working environment for staff.
• Maintain employee attendance records and reconciliations.
• Ensure overall cleanliness of the warehouse.
• Use discretionary judgment, deductive reasoning, procedural and interpersonal skills.
• Adjust to changing demands of internal and external customers.
• Maintain high customer service levels (On-Time & In Full %).
• Assist with daily problem resolution affecting the warehouse, customer service, finance, and purchasing.
• Develop and implement warehouse operational procedures.
• Maintain the safety of staff and appearance of the warehouse.
• Respond to all customer, sales representative and other internal staff requests promptly.
• Comply with ISO requirements.
• Improve efficiencies to meet or exceed business objectives.
• Maintain high employee engagement.
• Coordinate resolution of facility issues (office, warehouse, and manufacturing).

• 3 years of supervisory experience.
• 10 years of warehouse operations experience, preferably in an industrial distribution environment (wire and cable experience is a plus).
• Experience in an integrated ERP environment (Epicor or Profit 21 preferred).
• Familiarity with 5S strategies and Lean manufacturing tools.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Forklift skills a must for training.
• ISO-90001 procedural/process knowledge preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing a variety of priorities.
• Problem solving ability.
• Experience dealing directly with freight carriers.
• Ability to relate to all departments inside and outside.
• Customer first mentality.

Other Requirements:

• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) is one of the nation’s premier electrical contractors serving the industrial and transportation markets. We’ve earned an industry-wide reputation for sticking to our high standards in everything we do.

We believe in the benefits of investing in our people. Around here, learning and improving go hand in hand with going to work each day. You’ll constantly increase your knowledge, sharpen your skills and gain new experiences.

If you’re ready for a career that can take you places, look no further.

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