ABOUT TEAM ALLIED DISTRIBUTION
Founded in 1976, Team Allied Distribution is the country’s leading independent warehouse distributor of automotive exhaust, with over 390,000 square feet of warehouse capacity throughout 26 facilities strategically located in the Western and Midwestern United States. It is a 100% employee-owned company with over 220 employee-owners. Team Allied prides itself on delivering premium-quality products, competitive pricing, fast-paced logistical services, and first-class customer service!
BENEFITS PACKAGE
Team Allied Distribution provides a comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation, medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance, along with a 401(k) plan and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As a 100% employee-owned company, we take pride in fostering a team of dedicated, innovative professionals motivated by ambitious goals.
EMPLOYEE STOCK OWNERSHIP PLAN (ESOP)
The Employee Stock Ownership Plan, commonly known as an ESOP, is a retirement benefit for all employee-owners. Similar to a 401K, only better! The ESOP grants company stock to all eligible employee-owners and allocates the stocks into a trust account as part of their future retirement fund. The ESOP is a fantastic benefit because the employee-owners contribute zero dollars of their own money to the plan.
JOB DESCRIPTION
As the Operations Lead, the candidate must possess highly organized and detail-oriented skills to oversee daily internal operations. Collaborating directly with warehouse staff, customer service representatives, outside sales reps, delivery drivers, the accounting department, and other department heads to streamline workflows, resolve operational issues, and foster a positive and productive work environment.
Strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of facility operations and personnel management are essential for success in this role. The ideal candidate must possess a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a management role, the ability to lead and motivate teams, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient workplace. Other requirements include, but are not limited to, managing inventory, coordinating shipments, optimizing warehouse processes, and ensuring operational efficiency.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Opening and Closing of the warehouse daily.
• Oversee daily warehouse operations, including inventory management, order fulfillment, and quality control.
• Implement efficient storage solutions and processes to optimize warehouse space and streamline operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards within the warehouse.
• Foster relationships with suppliers and logistic partners to ensure smooth warehouse operations.
• Possess and gain experience in warehouse management, including inventory control, supply chain logistics, and staff supervision.
• Utilize warehouse management systems (WMS) and other software tools to monitor and manage inventory levels and order processing.
• Develop and implement strategies for improving operational efficiency and meeting organizational goals.
• Coordinate shipping and receiving activities, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries.
• Implement process improvements, leveraging technology and best practices to enhance efficiency.
• Generate reports and analyze data, providing insights for operational decision-making.
• Basic operation of equipment such as pallet jacks, wrappers, banders, forklifts, manlifts, and pickers is required.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Delegate housekeeping responsibilities, including maintaining the warehouse, office, bathrooms, and vehicles.
• Ensure all team members adhere to punctuality for attendance, including lunch and break schedules.
• Accurately conduct quarterly and annual inventory cycle counts.
• Identify inventory discrepancies, such as shortages and overages, through detailed inventory logs.
• Collaborate directly with the purchasing team to assist with inventory management and product mix recommendations.
• Occasionally place stock orders, facilitate product transfers, and conduct min-max recalculations.
• Proficiently utilize internal systems and operational platforms, including Paycom, Geo Tab, Scan Guns, Yooz, Lockbox.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Execute and complete quarterly Learning Management System (LMS) courses in a timely manner.
• Work directly with Human Resources (HR).
- Conduct annual employee reviews.
- Conduct occasional disciplinary action.
• Work directly with the accounting team.
- Accounts Receivables for all AR monitoring and collections.
- Accounts Payables for all AP invoice approvals.
EDUCATION
• High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for individuals with disabilities to perform work duties.
• 100% On-site position, based out of Houston, TX. warehouse.
• Exposure to outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.
• Work in enclosed and open warehouse environments.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & ABILITIES
The physical demands described are representative of those required for an employee to perform the essential functions of this role effectively. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to meet these requirements.
• Consistently lift and carry 25-50 lbs.
• Safely climb platform ladders up to 12-14 feet in height.
• Perform physical movements such as bending, stretching, twisting, and reaching with the body, arms, and legs.
• Maintain close-range and safe-distance vision for detailed tasks.
• Demonstrate dexterity and coordination to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects quickly.
• Navigate, maneuver, and drive vehicles safely.
• Engage in physical activities requiring significant use of arms, legs, and the entire body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
