Assistant General Manager – Distribution Center – Riverside

LOCATION 21600 Cactus Avenue Riverside CA US 92508

Overview

Join the Burlington team as an Assistant General Manager – Distribution Centers – Riverside in one of our state-of-the-art Distribution Centers.

Oversee the management of the weekday production activities of the distribution center, and direct activities sothat service level requirements and quality standards are met while meeting cost objectives. This is an operational / administrative management position reporting and accountable to the General Manager of Distribution Operations.Activities of this position include responsibility for planning, directing, coordinating and ensuring the execution of allproduction functions within the Distribution Center consistent with Federal, State, Company and Budgetary guidelines. The primary responsibility is to ensure maximum store service at maximum cost efficiency.This position will providesupport to the 800 plus Burlington Coat Factory stores nationwide. Experience in a fast paced, dynamic distribution environment is required.

• Provide frequent feedback, counsel and coaching to team members and associates as appropriate both informal and formal.
• Select, train, develop and maintain operational managers meet daily and future operational goals.
• Manager labor levels to closely match production requirements to ensure cost effectiveness.
• Support training initiatives to ensure optimal staffing and efficiency levels in the Distribution Center.
• Work closely with production planning and the scheduling to coordinate the receipt, processing and shipment of all merchandise within established service level agreements.
• Inspire and motivate the team to complete challenging assignments to facilitate individual growth and development while fostering a collaborative environment.
• Work closely with production planning to oversee all special requests and projects are completed within the distribution center.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of and recommend alternatives for work methods, procedures and staffing.
• Work closely with the maintenance organization to ensure the facility is properly maintained for efficient and safe operation.
• Establish and maintain operational procedures in partnership with Engineering, Inventory Control, Finance and POC across all activities in the distribution center to ensure the facility exceeds expectations in the areas of safety, service, quality and cost.
• Partner with loss prevention to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements are in the distribution center.
• Actively pursue appropriate training, communication sessions and emergency drills fulfilling all OSHA requirements and preparedness of all team members.
• Develop and maintain safety programs to reduce risk and incidents in the work place.
• Lead associates to anticipate and solve problems and plan for upcoming events, seasonal changes etc.
• Direct the operations of the distribution center to ensure all phases of operation – Safety, Service, Quality and Expense
• Develop management team through active career planning and performance management programs.
• Provide appropriate reporting as required.
• Ensure operational excellence in all facets of distribution center operations.
• Assist senior management in the development and formulation of long and short-range planning, policies, programs and objectives.

Skills & Requirements:

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays as required.
• 10 years related experience in automated warehouse operations.
• Computer skills.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Analytical problem solver.
• Experience utilizing Manhattan’s Warehouse Management System, Radio Frequency Receiving and Directed Fork Lift Operation, Pick or Put to Light Systems, Conveyor Receiving utilizing Label Print and Apply equipment and Garment on Hanger operations desired.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!

You will enjoy a competitive wage, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.

We are a rapidly growing brand, and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

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Pay Range: $95,000-$120,000

Posting Number 2023-196049

Location US-CA-Riverside

Address 21600 Cactus Avenue

Zip Code 92508

Additional Locations US-CA-San Bernardino | US-CA-Redlands

Workplace Type On-Site

Position Type Regular Full-Time

Career Site Category Distribution Center

Position Category Distribution Center Management

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