DC Department Lead (Illinois)
$43,680–$52,416 year
On-siteMattoon, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Support warehouse operations by coordinating receiving, warehousing, and distribution processes, including initiating policies, monitoring safety protocols, and conducting inventory counts. Lead and mentor a team of professionals, driving impactful projects that contribute to Rural King's strategic direction and business outcomes. Collaborate across departments to implement innovative solutions and deliver exceptional results while maintaining a positive, people-first environment. Obtain forklift or pallet jack certification as required. This role requires flexibility to work varied hours, days, nights, and weekends as business dictates.
Required Qualifications
- At least one year of warehouse leadership experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education
- Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods
- Must be able to lift 65 pounds at times
- Must be able to access and navigate all facilities
- Must be able to verbally communicate effectively with others (in-person and via electronic devices)
- Have adequate vision to perform computer tasks
- Must be able to lift, bend, carry, and push repetitively
Desired Qualifications
- Ability to interact with the team in a fast-paced environment, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient
- Ability to multi-task and coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner
- Ability to work independently without supervision
- Flexibility with hours: the ability to work varied hours, days, nights, and weekends as business dictates
- Excellent verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Able to operate aligned with the People Promise, which includes having a positive and passionate attitude for and commitment to Rural King initiatives
- Proven experience in effectively supervising and leading a diverse team, guiding them toward achieving department goals and objectives
- Proven track record of success and a desire to take on increasing levels of responsibility and leadership
- Ability to provide clear direction, set performance expectations, and motivate team members to deliver high-quality results
- Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach, and develop employees, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills to address challenges and make effective leadership decisions
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