Assistant Distribution Center Manager

Company: Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc
Location: Orlando
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Mission: -Wismettac is a Global company committed to transforming the food industry into an accelerator of the World's well-being. -In North America, we do so by sharing the rich tastes and good health of Asian cuisine with foodservice operators and retail stores. -We are at an inflection point in our 100-year history, having recognized the need to modernize ourselves and ensure we continue to thrive in the next several decades to come.The Deputy Branch Manager works exclusively at our branch office and manages the overall operation of the branch and ensuring all employees are aware of their job responsibilities to the company and customers. -We are looking for someone who has a deep understanding of distribution, warehouse, and sales processes and demonstrated a track record of exceeding goals. -This role is key to the company's success in getting our food products to our customers. -This role will be responsible to manage the entire branch operation and hold each department accountable to achieve operational and financial goals and ensure compliance with all company and government rules and regulations.

• Oversee, manage, and be responsible for the day-to-day business operation of the branch and financial results while following corporate guidelines/ instructions.
• Hold Sales Managers accountable for all levels of sales operation, which includes but is not limited to evaluating territory performance against established objectives/ guidelines (sale forecast, budget, number of new accounts, gross margin, etc.) and taking appropriate action to improve performance.
• Manage Logistics Manager for all levels of logistics operation, which includes but is not limited to planning, directing, and re-evaluating delivery routes to ensure maximum performance relative to product delivery, service, and good customer relations. - -Follow corporate instructions in designing, and implementing continuous logistics strategies, and inventory management for greater warehouse optimization.
• Manage Operation Manager for all levels of general office operation, which includes but is not limited to office effectiveness and efficiency in all administrative functions (data processing, Accounts Receivable, invoicing, record keeping, and inventory management).
• Control branch assets, including inventory, receivables, and payables to maximize bottom-line performance, reduce carrying costs, and satisfy customers.
• Responsible for inventory control procedures, including reconciling inventory, coordinating inventory returns and repairs, and assisting in physical inventory counting.
• Implements and ensures consistent compliance with standard operating procedures, policies, and internal audit controls as required.
• Responsible for managing and executing branch annual budget, including forecast of capital expenditures and future growth opportunities to maximize sales, gross profit, and operating income while reducing SG&A expense.Experience/ Training/ Education:The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and experience in direct people management/ supervision in the Wholesales/ Distribution industry (Food industry preferred) in office, sales, logistics, compliance, safety, and human resource management. -Require excellent computer skills, including extensive experience utilizing Microsoft office software (Word, Excel, Outlook), Oracle ERP system, and warehouse management systems; Demonstrated capability to manage high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective operations. -Experience in financial / profit dynamics of branch operation.Knowledge/ Skills/ Ability:Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources; Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services, including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluating customer satisfaction; Knowledge in math and financial acumen to assess financial implications of their decision; Knowledge of human resource management principles and procedures; Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resource modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resource; Knowledge in the principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, and labor relations; Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services; creating sales strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems; -Knowledge of various government rules and regulations that affect branch operation (i.e. Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations, Department of Labor (DOL), Occupation Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations); Knowledge of basic food safety for ensuring consumer health; Strong verbal, written, analytical, persuasion and interpersonal skills; Strong team player who is able to work across multiple functions and disciplines; Leadership skills are pertinent to providing and seeking out continuing education opportunities and fostering a growth mindset; Decision-making skills are key to weighing the costs and benefits of various options and determining the best course of action to achieve company goals; Excellent communication and computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel; Ability to oversee and manage overall business operation units at the branch office (Sales/ Operation/ Logistics); Ability to make sound judgement to control branch operation and market penetration, which results in profit and operating income growth without affecting customer satisfaction; Ability to use Oracle ERP software; Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under various time constraints; Ability to speak clearly, so others can understand you; Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.Compensation and Benefits*: -Wismettac offers many perks/ benefits, which include: -
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life & accident insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • 401(k) with company matching
  • 19 days of paid time off
  • Wellness program and EAP assistance
  • and much more (please see attachment for benefit summary)*Most benefits require employee contributionPre-employment Drug testing is required.Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer.Principals only. Recruiters, please do not contact this job posting.Please note those individuals submitting resumes online are not considered an applicant for employment until a signed employment application is completed, usually at the time of the interview.

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