Lyons Specialty Co. · 4 days ago
DIRECTOR-WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS
Port Allen, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expLyons Specialty Company, LLC is an independent wholesale distributor with over 100 years of experience, seeking a Director of Warehouse Operations. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Fulfillment Process, including inbound and outbound warehouse operations, inventory management, and team leadership to ensure efficiency and safety.
Business DevelopmentRetailWholesale
Responsibilities
Lead and optimize daily warehouse operations, including coaching and developing warehouse management teams as well as other warehouse team members
Build and manage a strong working relationship with Team Members
Provide direction, leadership, and communicate issues to supervisors and/or other team members
Determine and provide training and development of team members as needed
Maintain accountability for staff hiring, training, performance evaluations, pay increases, team member development, and disciplinary actions and terminations when necessary
Weekly leadership and operations meetings ensuring the alignment and execution of company goals
Directly supervise both 1st and 2nd shift Leads and Supervisors and indirect team members of 45-50 team members
Participates in the hiring and training of departmental supervisors
Plan, assign and delegate tasks, manage workloads, conduct performance evaluations, address complaints, and resolve problems in accordance with company policies and procedures
Manage labor hours, supplies, and work schedules to stay within company budgets
Oversee the daily operation of the warehouse to ensure it continuously functions in a productive cost-effective manner and observe and enforce all safety rules to eliminate accidents and injuries
Maintain working knowledge of all Warehouse Management Systems and processes ensuring accurate receiving, stocking, inventory, order selecting, and loading
Develop and implement best practices for warehouse operations, inventory accuracy, and order fulfillment
Oversee all inbound freight operations and outbound shipments, including carrier relationships, scheduling, documentation, claims, and returns
Ensure the ongoing safety, housekeeping, maintenance, and security of the warehouse, equipment. and building and grounds
Drive process improvement and cost saving initiatives by evaluating current processes, identifying best practices, and developing plans to reach goals and implement improvements
Cross-functional team collaborations to support business goals and objectives-including IT, HR, Purchasing, Sales, Foodservice, AP, Transportation, and Customer Service
Comply with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies standards
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred
5+ years progressive experience in Warehouse, Wholesale Distribution, Supply Chain, or Logistics Management, with a minimum of 3 years in a Director level role
Advanced computer skills, ability to navigate ERP, Warehouse Management System platforms
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Extensive Knowledge in EXCEL and Teams is a must)
Experienced with Conveyor / Sortation Equipment. Power Industrial Equipment Certification
Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and management skills. Interact effectively with all levels of management and employees through communication in-person, over-the-phone, and in-writing
Strong Communication, Presentation, Analytical and Reporting skills are a must
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a demanding, fast-paced environment – produce accurate, timely and valuable work with a high level of attention to detail
Time management, organizational, and delegation skills
Self-motivated and hardworking. Sense of teamwork and the ability to execute programs
Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs
Requires physical labor including standing, walking, sitting, and reaching, stooping, kneeling, and crouching for extended periods
Full-time – Warehouse / Office based role
Exposure to varying temperatures, moderate noise levels, moving mechanical equipment
Applicable candidates will be required to submit authorization and successfully complete Pre-Employment Screening: Criminal Background Investigation and Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Test
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Basic Life
Short/Long Term Disability
PTO
401(K)
Company
Lyons Specialty Co.
Lyons is a wholesale distributor of candy, tobacco, groceries, foodservice, health and beauty care items, automotive supplies, general merchandise, janitorial supplies, and paper goods.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jodi Buckner
CFO
Ali Momenzadeh
CSO
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