$1,500! Hiring immediately! Here at Wegmans, our department managers manage the team who is responsible for receiving product and delivering store orders safely and efficiently to service our stores. In addition, our department managers partner with HR and employees to provide a profitable, compliant, fair, and consistent and harassment free work environment and live our values every day. What You'll Do Lead, develop, and support a team by building strong relationships and providing feedback, resources, and growth opportunities Partner across functions (Operations, Transportation, QA, Support, Stores) to drive operational excellence Collaborate with peers and leadership to achieve business goals; communicate financials and performance metrics Champion product quality by enforcing food safety standards, cold chain compliance, and freshness Leverage distribution knowledge to reduce waste and improve efficiency Drive initiatives to deliver products to stores quickly and efficiently; resolve escalated issues Oversee daily operations of the team to prioritize on-time delivery and accuracy Partner with leadership to resolve problems and set business goals as needed Stay current on industry practices; identify continuous improvement opportunities involving people, processes, technology/systems and tools Monitor the work areas for safety concerns ensuring employees remain safe Requirements 3 or more years of leadership experience managing a large team Ability to manage a team within a high-pressure, fast-paced environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong interpersonal and customer service abilities Experience managing inventory Highly organized and process-drive Systems aptitude, including Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a distribution and/or manufacturing environment, including use of ordering systems Knowledge of food safety procedures Bachelor's degree in business, operations, supply chain management or related field The health and safety of our employees is our top priority, and we are committed to keeping you safe on the job! Comprehensive safety training for new employees, delivered by dedicated professional trainers On-going, continuous safety training throughout the year Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and/or cold weather gear provided at no cost At Wegmans, we've always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans. Comprehensive benefits Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you Retirement plan with a 401(k) match A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference. Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position. + At Wegmans, we've always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans. Comprehensive benefits Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you Retirement plan with a 401(k) match A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference. Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.
