Scholastic

Warehouse and Distribution Manager/Branch Manager (Sumner, WA)

Auburn, Washington · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 4 days ago

Operations ManagementInventory ManagementHRCustomer SupportLeadershipOSHA

About the role

Direct responsibility to plan, schedule, direct and execute the day-to-day operational activities of small and medium-sized distribution centers in the Book Fair Organization.
Evaluate and assess operations of Branch to ensure adherence to company standards and policies, and optimal performance, by performing the following duties
In conjunction with the Area Operations Manager, plan and prepare annual budget for Branch unit.

Achieve financial results and manage business-operating costs effectively.
Implement operational efficiency improvements and utilize capacity planning and operational metrics to achieve branch's financial results.
Monitor, evaluate, and manage inventory utilization and inventory control procedures/processes to achieve company objectives.
Maintain a clean, safe, and productive work environment while focusing on minimizing work-related injuries and auto losses, conducting injury investigations/reviews, complying with OSHA guidelines, and Company directives.
Direct hiring, training, developing and evaluating of drivers, warehouse personnel and supervisory staff.
We're here to deliver an experience that inspires kids toward greatness.
We are currently in search of a Branch Manager to lead our local branch team.
Qualified candidates will be able to lead in the planning, scheduling, directing and execution of the day-to-day warehouse activities of a branch in the Book Fair Organization.
Serve as part of the team who builds and delivers Bookjoy as a Branch Manager.
You will lead a dedicated team in an active environment where the daily activities of building a book fair include working safely and efficiently.

Minimum of 5 years of proven front-line management experience in operations for a manufacturing or distribution company.
Inventory control experience with hands-on management of warehouse products, supplies and goods
Demonstrated capability to manage a high quality, efficient and cost-effective operations a must.
Time Type:
Full time
Job Family Group:
Distrib & Matls Mgmt
Location Region/State:
Washington

BA/BS degree in Management, Business, Transportation, or Operations related curriculum preferred.
Facilities management experience preferred.
Inventory management experience preferred.

In conjunction with the Area Operations Manager, plan and prepare annual budget for Branch unit.
Conduct annual and semi-annual warehouse sales to reduce inventory levels and maximize revenue stream.
At Scholastic Reading Events, we bring "the best school day of the year" in 110,000 unique pop-up shops annually.

This candidate will support our mission to encourage reading and promote lifelong learning and demonstrate our values of caring and respect for all people.
Budgeted Base Salary Range for this position is $95, 000 to $100,000 with additional performance bonus opportunity.

there shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam veteran.
Those factors shall not influence the determination of qualifications for a job or other opportunity within the company.
Further, all personnel actions (such as compensation, tuition aid, benefits, transfers, promotions, and dismissals, company-sponsored training, social and recreational programs) shall be administered without discrimination.
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Responsible for achieving Branch budgeted goals, including direct operating costs, revenue per fair through quality production and timely service to customers, and overall branch profitability.
Execute Company policies, procedures, and programs in a professional, effective, and timely manner.
In everything we do, we are committed to ensuring every kid, parent, caregiver, teen/tween, book fair organizer, and Employee feels seen, respected, and welcome as part of the Scholastic family.

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