Logistics Manager

Mills Fleet Farm - Alexandria, MN

Full-time - Manager

Alexandria, MN

Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers

About the position

The Logistics Manager is responsible for providing leadership and direction for three critical areas of the store including: the Freight Team, Stocking Team, and Warehouse Team. This role requires a passion for leading others, a forward-thinking mindset, and a focus on continuous improvement opportunities and process implementation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Warehouse Team activities including daytime receiving, yard operations, return to vendor programs, pick pack and ship, and act as the primary owner of the store's backroom.
• Oversee the Freight Team activities including receiving deliveries, staging incoming deliveries, splitting trucks, and stocking as needed.
• Oversee the Stocking Team to ensure staged product is stocked to the correct planogram locations and presented according to standard, including working back stock.
• In conjunction with human resources, ensure that the logistics areas are staffed with the best qualified Team Leads and Team Members.
• Teach, train, coach, develop, and mentor the team to ensure consistent execution.
• 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 that includes full-time and part-time team members.
• Demonstrated ability to act decisively with implementing solutions, planning and delegating tasks, monitoring and achieving goals, and responding to change.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and have open availability, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.