Job Title: Distribution Team Leader

Role Overview:

In this role, you will provide leadership to the team and facilitate the distribution process to ensure the achievement of quality, housekeeping, and safety objectives. Your role is crucial in developing a high-performance work team through ongoing coaching and direction, both formal and informal.

Your Impact:

• Lead team members in the performance of distribution processes.
• Ensure team members understand and comply with distribution process instructions, ISO Standards, Quality System Procedures, and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) requirements.
• Assign specific tasks to ensure the most cost-effective and productive use of team members' time.
• Ensure the availability of tools and materials essential for work performance.
• Oversee team member performance by providing training, guidance, and timely feedback through everyday interactions and periodic performance appraisals.
• Establish and lead small group team initiatives for continuous improvement.
• Maintain comprehensive records to document performance in your area of responsibility.
• Evaluate the optimal processes, standards, equipment, tools, flow, and facilities required for product distribution.
• Conduct root-cause analyses of the distribution process to identify, define, and resolve distribution problems and opportunities.
• Enlist necessary support to ensure the timely resolution of problems and prompt implementation of improvements.
• Audit standards and identify opportunities for improvements in all aspects of distribution.
• Provide input for strategic planning regarding distribution initiatives.
• Undertake other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Over one year of practical experience working in a distribution/warehouse setting.

Standout Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a related field.
• Previous supervisory/lead experience in a distribution setting or equivalent.

Top Qualifications:

1. Strong Communication Skills: Essential for leading and motivating the team effectively.
2. Emotional Intelligence and Empathy: Vital for understanding and managing team dynamics.
3. Problem-Solving Skills and Adaptability: Critical for responding and adapting to distribution process challenges and changes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A college degree is preferred but not required.
• Must possess coaching skills and experience in succession planning.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

HRU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.