Logistics Manager

Fleet Farm - Appleton, WI

Part-time - Mid Level

Appleton, WI

General Merchandise Retailers

About the position

The Logistics Manager plays a pivotal role in the operational success of Fleet Farm Stores, specifically at the Appleton location. This position is designed for individuals who are passionate about leadership and possess a forward-thinking mindset. The Logistics Manager is tasked with overseeing three critical teams: the Freight Team, Stocking Team, and Warehouse Team. This role requires a strong focus on continuous improvement and process implementation to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of logistics operations within the store. In this capacity, the Logistics Manager will be responsible for a variety of key activities. The Warehouse Team will be managed to ensure smooth operations that include daytime receiving, yard operations, and the management of return to vendor programs. The Logistics Manager will also oversee the pick, pack, and ship processes, acting as the primary owner of the store's backroom. Additionally, the Freight Team will be under the Logistics Manager's guidance, which includes receiving deliveries, staging incoming deliveries, splitting trucks, and ensuring that stocking is performed as needed. The Stocking Team, whose primary responsibility is to ensure that staged products are stocked according to the correct planogram locations, will also be managed by the Logistics Manager. This includes working with back stock to maintain optimal inventory levels and presentation standards. The Logistics Manager will collaborate closely with human resources to ensure that the logistics areas are staffed with the best-qualified Team Leads and Team Members, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. Furthermore, the Logistics Manager is responsible for teaching, training, coaching, developing, and mentoring team members to ensure consistent execution of tasks and responsibilities. A key aspect of this role is the positive promotion of Fleet Farm's customer loyalty program, credit card, and other company initiatives, ensuring that the team is aligned with the company's goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Warehouse Team activities including daytime receiving, yard operations, return to vendor programs, pick pack and ship, and manage the store's backroom.
• Manage the Freight Team activities such as receiving deliveries, staging incoming deliveries, splitting trucks, and stocking as needed.
• Supervise the Stocking Team to ensure staged products are stocked to the correct planogram locations and presented according to standards, including managing back stock.
• Collaborate with human resources to ensure logistics areas are staffed with qualified Team Leads and Team Members.
• Teach, train, coach, develop, and mentor team members for consistent execution of tasks.
• Promote Fleet Farm customer loyalty program, credit card, and other company initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing or related field or equivalent relevant experience.
• 3 years of management experience with a Big Box retailer preferred.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and build relationships in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to direct and motivate a diverse population including full-time and part-time team members.
• Demonstrated ability to implement solutions, plan and delegate tasks, monitor and achieve goals, and respond to change.
• Flexible schedule with open availability, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.