Distribution Manager Trainee

POSTION SUMMARY:

As a Manager Trainee, you will work closely with Department Management to learn each department’s functions and how each department helps the Distribution Center’s success.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Menards, based out of Eau Claire, WI is a privately owned company and leader in the home improvement retail industry. Stores depend on the Distribution Centers in order to receive a large majority of their product to make sales. We currently operate 7 Distribution Centers: Eau Claire, WI - Plano, IL – Shelby IA – Holiday City, OH - Terre Haute, IN - Iron Ridge, WI and Valley, NE. Because we promote from within, we are looking for career-oriented team players seeking a rewarding and challenging career with exceptional advancement opportunities!

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and lead team members in your area

• Ensure that all product is received and shipped in the most efficient way

• Keep all areas in good repair, orderly, and clean

• Use equipment to capacity to fill orders

• Ensure all safety policies are enforced, all training is up to date, and all equipment is guarded and well maintained.

• Keep all safety training and maintenance documented

• Keep open communication with all Team Members regarding safety issues

• Work with supervisors and managers in your area to accomplish goals

• Come up with innovative ideas to improve current processes

POSITION REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelors Degree in business or related field such as Operations Mgt, Logistics, Supply Chain Management preferred or equivalent management experience

• Ability to relocate

• Able to write and speak clearly and accurately

• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Able to tactfully deal with guests and team members

• Analytical and Interpersonal skills.

• Leadership Abilities

• Self-motivated and Goal oriented

• Innovative

• Organizational skills

• Ability to multitask

• Articulate

• Develop action plans

• Decision making qualities