Distribution Center Manager - Dallas, Texas

Overview:
Master Halco, North America’s leading manufacturer/distributor of fencing and perimeter security products is seeking an experienced Distribution Center Manager in Dallas, TX.

The Distribution Center Manager leads the strategic planning, managing staff and daily operations of shipping and receiving to include safety, security, quality, reliability, compliance, and customer-service standards.

 

This is a very exciting time to join our company. We are continuing to grow (70 locations), introducing new products, making technological investments, and implementing innovative marketing strategies.  We are also focused on our people -- our most important resource.  At Master Halco, we believe in transparency, open communication, and rewarding success with a path to fully develop your potential while building a career.

 

Why join Master Halco?

A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

Competitive compensation package of $101,600 to $115,000

Quarterly bonus program 

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits programs

401K retirement savings program with company match

Tuition reimbursement of up to $10K per academic year

Generous paid time off and paid holidays

Donation match program

Responsibilities:
• Complete Profit & Loss responsibility while maximizing distribution efficiency with neutral profitability and properly manage company assets
• Develop or implement plans for facility modification or expansion, such as equipment purchase or changes in space allocation or structural design

• Plan, develop, or implement warehouse safety and security programs and activities
• Oversee and manage the Dallas Fab Shop Production Manager and related branch financials
• Establishes operational procedures for verification of incoming and outgoing shipments, handling, and disposition of merchandise, and keeping of warehouse inventory
• Develop and document standard and emergency operating procedures for receiving, handling, storing, shipping, or salvaging products or materials
• Work with select HQ departments to identify and improve inventory turns and distribution processes
• Issue shipping instructions and provide routing information to ensure that delivery times and locations are coordinated
• Respond to customers' or shippers' questions regarding storage and distribution services
• Develop or implement plans for storage and distribution activities
• Maintain a high level of quality control at all levels within the Distribution Center
• Maintain positive customer and vendor relations
• Keep the Company informed of market and competitive conditions
• Develop effective interdepartmental communications and working relationships within Master-Halco
• Coordinates activities of distribution warehouse with activities of sales, record control, and purchasing departments to ensure availability of merchandise
• Interview, select, and train warehouse and supervisory personnel
• Review invoices, manufacturing orders, consumption reports, or demand forecasts to estimate peak delivery periods and to issue work assignments
• Prepare or direct preparation of correspondence, reports, and operations, maintenance, and safety manuals
• Inspect physical conditions of warehouses, vehicle fleets, or equipment and order testing, maintenance, repairs, or replacements
• Other tasks and duties as determined by supervisor or self to support the company’s goals and direction

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree or Work Equivalent

2 plus years' of experience in related field

Strong knowledge of DC operations and processes

Experience working with fence or building products a strong plus

Experience leading operations yard and warehouse, equipment, and inventory of materials

Full Profit & Loss responsibility experience required

Inventory control and purchasing experience

Ability to prioritize, multi-task and navigate within a fast paced, rapidly changing business environment

Working knowledge and experience with internet; inventory system, Microsoft EXCEL, Word, and Outlook