Your Impact
The BDC General Manager has total responsibility for and oversees operations in a bulk distribution center. The purpose of this position is to direct a high performing team that is responsible for handling product safely, efficiently, and effectively as it moves through the facility. The BDC General Manager works with leaders to monitor production volume by developing and executing daily and weekly operational plans and provides direction to Operation Managers and Supervisors who assign or reassign operations Team Members to product related tasks involving receiving (put-away) and picking (order-fill), shipping product, or performing other tasks. The BDC General Manager must respond quickly to changing workflow conditions and contribute positively to the facility's key performance indicators. This role must also mentor and build a culture of safety among Team Members to achieve a safe working environment. Additionally, the BDC General Manager works closely with corporate support teams including Transportation, Inventory Planning and Fulfillment, Finance, and IT. The BDC General Manager is responsible for multiple shifts spanning up to seven days a week.
What you will do
Serves as the on-site management and leader of a Bulk Distribution Center (BDC)
Responsible for the execution of all functions at the facility, including: the daily, weekly and annual operational planning and execution to meet distribution center, XDT and store service requirements
Recruit, train, and manage up to a 250 employee workforce on multiple shifts
Assists associates with HR related issues including questions/concerns with attendance, pay, benefits, job changes, terminations, I-9 verification, unemployment claims, and workplace accommodations
Recruits, hires, trains, develops, and retains effective shift management teams
In conjunction with HR, develops, implements, and measures effectiveness of associate training programs
Evaluates staffing needs to meet daily demand; works with the Operations Managers and Supervisors to move personnel to meet the daily priorities and inventory flow; monitors regularly and makes adjustments as needed
Communicates effectively with Operations Managers and Supervisors regarding business objectives, safety issues, current issues, upcoming events and demand for the day
Sets Operations Managers and Supervisors up for success; to achieve or exceed key performance indicators, safety, performance and budget targets
Manage relationships with the distribution centers, local community, suppliers to the facility, and corporate constituents of the facility
Develop and nurture a positive, focused, and productive work environment for all Team Members.
Ensure all corporate policies and procedures are adhered to and that short and long term plans are implemented
Expected to be effective stewardship of Lowe’s corporate resources
Pursues professional growth and provides developmental opportunities for others by soliciting and acting on performance feedback
Build collaborative, cross-functional relationships
Delegate tasks and decisions; fostering open dialog amongst team members
Work closely with employees to set goals and provide open feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement
Manage designated work stream to meet customer and business needs by translating business plans into tactical action items
Align team efforts by building accountability for and measuring progress in achieving results
Identify and address improvement opportunities and lead facility through change
Ensure all safety policies and procedures are implemented and observed, and that equipment and work areas are neat, clean and well organized
Analyze current procedures and initiate new ideas to improve productivity and efficiency
Identify cause(s) of product loss and take corrective action as needed
This position manages/supervises people
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree Supply Chain Operations or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience Required
Other Working knowledge of Excel, Word and Access Required
3-5 Years of leadership experience with direct reports, including experience leading managers
8-10 Years of operations experience in a large volume center environment
1-2 Years Experience in creating and managing a budget
About Lowe’s
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 17 million customer transactions a week in the U.S. With total fiscal year 2022 sales of over $97 billion, approximately $92 billion of sales were generated in the U.S., where Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com.
Pay Range for CA, CO, NJ, NY, WA: $92,700.00 - $154,500.00 annually
Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit our benefits page (https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits) .
Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
Pay Range for CA, CO, HI, NJ, NY, WA: $95,500.00 - $159,200.00 annually Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.