Company Description

Unity. Loyalty. Advancement. Charity. It’s what drives United Legwear & Apparel Co. to be the best global designer, manufacturer, and distributor of legwear, bodywear, apparel, and accessories. Founded in 1998 by Isaac E. Ash to make the very best legwear on the market, ULAC is an industry leader offering a full range of products for babies, kids, teens, and adults. We strive to sell our products at affordable prices for families. Hard work and exponential growth year on year has transformed ULAC into a global apparel and accessories company.

Our goal to deliver superior products that ensure superior customer satisfaction is made possible by our team of dedicated professionals who work together to make the company the best in business. Our manufacturing, distribution, and logistics division produces the highest quality products at the best possible prices without cutting corners. Integrity of goods is key, so compliance and quality assurance are top priorities, along with meeting every delivery date—whether shipping across the state or around the world.

We strive to foster an inclusive company culture that stands united to accomplish our mission. We are loyal to our people, supporting their development and ability to achieve excellence. We believe that when people bring their personal best to work each day, it leads to success, advancement, and upward mobility for all. We believe every individual has two hands: one to help themself, and one to help others. We pride ourselves in our value of charity and the commitments we make to help people in need. ULAC supports organizations that help those compromised by sickness, poverty, natural disasters, socioeconomic inequality, and other dire circumstances.

If you share our vision of delivering superior products in a culture of growth, excellence, and caring, then we want to hear from you!

Position Summary

The DC Lead is a level 5 position which assists the operations leadership in the execution of the operational objectives of the automated $1B company’s 1.8 million square foot Distribution Center (DC).

Responsibilities include overseeing and coordinating the daily operations of their department, ensuring efficient and accurate processing of orders, maintaining inventory accuracy, and leading a team of other team members to achieve operational excellence in accordance with company policies and procedures.

This role demands a proactive leader who can drive performance, foster a collaborative work environment, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. It requires flexibility to assist multiple departments and a desire to learn while working in a fast-paced, diverse team environment that prioritizes collaboration, trust, teamwork, and continuous improvement to drive customer satisfaction.

Leadership Responsibilities

At ULAC, we are looking for people who share our vision of fostering a collaborative culture of continuous improvement. All team members at ULAC are responsible for contributing to a safe and positive work environment so everyone can deliver their best. Leadership behaviors that model ULAC’s mission and values of Unity, Loyalty, Achievement, and Charity include:

Lead Proactively: Anticipate and solve problems early, stay curious, and encourage team members to focus on solutions and high performance. Drive innovation by identifying and implementing improved approaches.
Provide Positive & Frequent Performance Feedback: Regularly recognize good work, pinpoint improvement areas, and help with ongoing development.
Initiate Structure: Implement clear, challenging team goals, communicate them effectively, and create organized plans that align with company objectives.
Achieve Objectives: Create and follow through on effective plans, guide team members consistently, and use data from reports to make decisions that help people and processes.
Foster Positive Culture: Build and maintain an uplifting, trusting, and innovative workplace.
Communicate Effectively: Promote open communication, listen actively, and facilitate teamwork and conflict resolution.
Motivate and Inspire: Lead by example, show respect, and give encouragement. Inspire teams to achieve their best.

Train and Develop Others: Act as a coach and mentor, focus on transferring knowledge, enhancing skills, and supporting high performance.

Functional Responsibilities

Direct Daily Operations
Oversees daily activities in a department which can include receiving, picking, packing, shipping, value added services (VAS), and big box shipments while ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Ensures timely and accurate processing of orders to meet customer requirements and delivery schedules by monitoring workflow and adjust staffing levels to meet operational demands.
Researches and problem solves order issues or discrepancies providing timely solutions to meet order shipment deadlines.
Leads, coaches, and mentors their departments team to achieve performance goals by contributing to regular team meetings to communicate goals, expectations, and operational updates.
Provides ongoing training and support to team members to enhance their skills and performance while promoting a safe working environment by enforcing safety policies and procedures.
Tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular reports on operational performance and collaborates with management to develop and execute strategic plans to meet or exceed targets.
Maintains high levels of customer satisfaction by ensuring accurate and timely order fulfillment by addressing and resolving inventory issues and concerns in a timely manner.
Performs general housekeeping duties within the department or assigned areas to ensure a clean, organized, and safe working environment by following 6 S standards.
Performs other duties as assigned in support of the operational needs of the company.
Communication and Collaboration:
Communicate effectively with leaders and team members to ensure coordinated and efficient operations.
Work closely with department leaders and a team of PIT Operators, Material Handlers, Clerks, Inventory Control, and Customer Service
Participate in team meetings and provide input for process improvements.
Continuous Improvement
Identify areas for improvement and implement process enhancements to increase efficiency and productivity.
Implement best practices and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to streamline operations.
Stay updated on industry trends and technologies to drive innovation within the distribution center.
Continuing Education
Stay up to date with emerging technologies and best practices related to ensuring effective operational support concerning automated distribution centers and supply chain operations.

Education/Qualifications

REQUIRED
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Capability to learn the Warehouse Management System (WMS) and working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
- Ability to perform physical activity at a sustained pace including walking, bending, sitting, driving, and lifting within an automated distribution center environment.
- Ability to lead a team independently while thinking critically and executing with a sense of urgency.
- Capability to multitask while meeting production, safety, and accuracy standards.
- Ability to work and adapt throughout the DC supporting and learning all departments tasks.
- Capacity to maintain a positive attitude and remain self-motived to perform at a high level.
- Strong attention to detail and love for accuracy in a rapidly growing company with a fast changing environment.
PREFERRED
- Some college courses or associate degree.

Experience

REQUIRED
- Minimum of 2 year successful experience working at a high level leading a team within a distribution center.
- Demonstrated computer and technical savvy including the ability to learn new programs, systems, and quickly interpret metrics.
- Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed performance goals/metrics.
- Demonstrated strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills with ability to lead a team in a complex and fast paced workplace.
PREFERRED
Experience working in a fully automated distribution center as a Lead of a department.
Experience working within multiple departments within a distribution center including receiving, shipping, Pick & Pack, and VAS.

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime
Weekends as needed

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