Assistant General Manager (Distribution Center)

Martin Brower is a global supply chain leader that provides smart, sustainable solutions for customers across 18 countries. We are dedicated to creating an outstanding work environment for our team of 12,500+ employees, who combine our expertise with the latest technologies to deliver unmatched value for our customers.

IF NOT ALREADY LOCAL, ROLE WILL REQUIRE RELOCATION TO STOCKTON, CA AS WELL AS RELOCATION TO ONE OF OUR OTHER 27 DISTRIBUTION CENTERS FOR EVENTUAL GM PROMOTION, IN IDEALLY, 2-3 YEARS. 

Salary: $130000 - $140000 USD Annually

Pay Transparency Statement: 
The compensation philosophy reflects the Company’s reasonable expectation at the time of posting. We consider a number of factors when making individual compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, and other business needs. This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to the rule governing the program. 

Position Summary: The Assistant General Manager (AGM) will assist in the execution of the daily operating plan and management of a multi-temperature, technology-driven, highly customer-focused warehouse. Successful candidates will be recognized as the next generation of Martin Brower Operations Management leaders. Immediate and Future Willingness to relocate as needed to a Martin Brower location for purposes of career advancement is a core requirement of this opportunity.

Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Lead and Ensure a safe working environment for all employees in 24/7 warehouse environment
• Provide direction and leadership to the Transportation Manager and Warehouse Manager
• Execute company processes successfully to ensure 100% compliance, ensure annual performance goals are met or exceeded
• Participate in the development of budgets, P&L Statements
• Present at customer and employee meetings
• Foster a work environment that maximizes employee involvement, morale and engagement
• Ensure quality standards are achieved for all good shipped and received
• Promptly solve problems to the maximum satisfaction of our customer(s)
• Participate in, contribute to and potentially lead various committees, such as quality and safety
• Travel up to 20% for annual meetings or other Distribution Centers as needed
• Be a champion of change, contribute to the strategic direction of facility initiatives
• Willingness to relocate throughout the organization for promotional opportunities
• Other projects or duties as assigned

Required Skills and Experience:

• College degree in business, finance, economics, or operations related discipline
• 5-7+ years of related industry experience
• Self-motivated and disciplined team player
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to creatively solve problems in a fast-paced environment
• Sound organizational skills, capacity to prioritize and multi-task to ensure deadlines are met
• Exhibit a sense of urgency and focus on results
• Demonstrate business and financial acumen, experience managing budgets and P&L statements
• Professional self-presentation skills, ability to interact effectively at all levels
• Proven track record of developing successful customer/business partnerships
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate business needs, think proactively and respond appropriately
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite with intermediate Excel skills
• Willing to relocate as needed to any of Martin Brower locations
• This position must pass a post-offer background and drug test

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Food Distribution experience a plus

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Due to the nature of our business in regard to such things as delivery schedules, order inputs, selection, and Department of Transportation Hours of Service, overtime, attendance and punctuality are essential job functions.  Should an individual in this classification not be able to adhere to this requirement due to a disability, they should contact their Human Resources department to see what, if any, reasonable accommodation may be made.