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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Westfield, MA
Westfield, Massachusetts

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POSITION PURPOSE - The DC Assistant General Manager is responsible for the success of all operational functions within the highly complex distribution center environment of approximately 500,000 plus square feet to ensure that it is an outstanding place to work. The DC Assistant General Manager is resonsible for the supervision of a large team of DC Operations Managers in the Inbound, Warehouse, Outbound and Office Operations. The DC AGM works with the General Manager to develop strategies and objectives to maximize productivity and leverage expenses for the Home Depot distribution center. They must also be capable of working with Associates, Department Supervisors, DC Operations Managers, the General Manager as well as Stores, third party vendors, and the Merchandising, Supply Chain and Operations functions.

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES - 30% Assists Gneral Managers with the evaluation of the effectiveness of and recommends alternatives for work methods, procedures, controls and staffing to achieve accurate and timely movement and processing of product; leading associates to anticipate and solve problems and plan for upcoming events, seasonal changes, etc. to ensure warehouse layout is optimally aligned for maximum efficiency as seasonality and inventory needs require. 25% Provides recommendations to General Managers with the DC's financial, operational, people and process and service related objectives to drive continuous improvement and efficiency gains to reduce overall cost-to-serve; leads associates, and peers to anticipate and solve problems and plan for upcoming events, seasonal changes, etc. 15% Leads to ensure operational excellence in all warehouse areas, efficient operations of warehouse management system(s) and related equipment, inventory is received appropriately and efficiently and safely processes in the warehouse, proper layout of warehouse and product placement, and proper maintenance and organization of all warehouse areas so that it's appearance is conducive to creating a perfect load for our Stores and Customers. 15% Coaches, trains, and develops management team informally and through formal training programs, providing both informal (e.g., on-floor coaching) and formal (e.g. written evaluation) job performance based feedback. 15% Ensure a culture of safety throughout the organization by following Home Depot safety policies and procedures - monitor DC safety, physical security and operational metrics on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.

NATURE AND SCOPE - Postion reports to the DC General Manager Accountable for the management of a department or functional group through subordinate supervisors/managers and for all personnel issues - including selection, termination, performance appraisal and professional development of subordinates.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

  • Must be eighteen years of age
  • Must pass the Drug Test
  • Must pass the Background Check
  • Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable


EDUCATION REQUIRED - The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diplomas and/or GED. YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE - 03

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES - PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS - Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS - Ability to work a flexible schedule. Must be open to relocation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's Degree concentrating in Operations Management, Business or Supply Chain. Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel software applications. Previous change management experience (driving, influencing and inspiring change through communication at all impacted levels).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES - Acts with Integrity: Demonstrates resonsible, ethical and honest behavior in all Home Depot roles, tasks and responsibilities. Problem Solving: Customer Driven: Gets Things Done: Communicates Effectively: Plans Strategically: Ground-Engaged: Building Relationships: Champions Development: Stress Tolerance: Safety Orientation: