Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

A note for you!

We know that searching for your next opportunity is exhausting and that at times, you aren’t sure if you’d be a good fit. We don’t want these to get in the way of meeting you, so apply anyway – we’d love to hear from you!

What we’re looking for

• Site Manager | PLA Supply Chain Services

About the Division

PLA Supply Chain Services, a member of the PLA Family of Companies, is a leading provider of comprehensive supply chain services, revolutionizing the way businesses manage their supply chains. With our expertise and state-of-the-art facilities, we ensure efficient and seamless operations from start to finish.

Role overview & responsibilities

Reporting to the Director or Regional Manager, the Site Manager is responsible for managing and leading the daily operations and administrative functions in their assigned facility. They make recommendations to improve the productivity, quality, and safety to ensure an efficient delivery of products and service for customers. They formulate, recommend, and ensure compliance of all company policies, procedures, and programs that guide the organization in maintaining and improving its competitive position and the profitability of the company. 

• Oversee the organization and management of warehouse storage space.
• Train and develop on-site management in the assigned facilities to ensure specific site goals are obtained.
• Develop and implement storage strategies that maximize space and improve inventory flow.
• Ensure proper storage methods are in place, such as proper stacking, labeling, and storage conditions.
• Supervise a team of warehouse staff and provide training on storage practices.
• Ensure standards of production, quality, safety, and equipment are maintained through a cost-effective process to ensure maximum productivity.
• Troubleshoot, investigate, and make recommendations to implement solutions to problems related to any area of the facility.
• Partner with Regional Managers or Division Operations Vice President in establishing operations standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, and complete on-time delivery.
• Work closely with customers, both external and internal, to ensure relationships are established and maintained at the highest level.
• Provide leadership and guidance to facilitate action plans in a timely and proactive manner.
• Analyze and communicate financial, operational, and administrative problems or concerns and work to bring resolve in a prompt professional manner.
• Conduct regular audits of inventory and storage systems to ensure accuracy.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure the smooth movement of goods.
• Prepare reports on storage conditions, inventory, and operational efficiency.
• Implement and maintain an inventory management system for tracking goods.
• Handle product returns and ensure damaged goods are managed appropriately.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the warehouse at all times.

What you'll need  

• 2+ years of experience in operations management.
• Inventory management
• Shipping & receiving
• Valid driver's license.
• Bachelor's degree (4-year college or technical school), preferred.

The Benefits

• Health, dental, & vision insurance
• Multiple voluntary insurance options
• Vacation & sick days 
• 401(k) with company match
• Much, much more!

Our story…so far

Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, PLA is a national supply chain solutions provider offering Pallet Management Services, 3PL Services, Reverse Logistics Services, and Freight Brokerage & Transportation Management Services, handling over 115 million pallets per year for over 1,500 customers. Now one of the largest pallet manufacturing and recycling companies in the United States, PLA has over 76 facilities, employing upwards of 3500 employees across 23 states, and is still looking for opportunities for growth, both organically and through acquisition.

PLA and its Family of Companies is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request by contacting  hiring@plasolutions.com. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized because of such a request.

Compensation details: 80000-85000 Yearly Salary

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