Warehouse Lead

Warehouse Lead

Employer: Sysco. **JOB SUMMARY** In collaboration with the Warehouse Supervisor, the Warehouse Lead determines daily workload, sets priorities and directs team with meeting daily objectives while providing superior service to Company’s Distribution Centers, Customers and Suppliers while maintaining a positive and proactive relationship with management and employees. **RESPONSIBILITIES** Coordinate with Supervisors to determine the daily, weekly, and monthly workload. Direct team of employees and provide leadership and assistance with the daily operations to meet all daily objectives. Assist employees with exceptions and problem resolution. Perform warehouse duties including but not limited to: + Unloading and loading of shipments + Put away and replenishment + Receiving a selection of products + Item demand/count checks + Communicate any issues or suggestions to Supervisor + Train and assess new employees and re-train as necessary + Ensure all employees are performing duties accurately and efficiently + Assist management with safety initiatives + Assist management with other duties as needed **QUALIFICATIONS** **Education** High School Diploma or GED required **Experience** 2-5 years’ warehouse experience, including strong knowledge of Import/Export receiving and shipping and inventory control processes, procedures and practices Must be familiar with related OSHA regulations **Skills & Abilities** + Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and professional interactive skills are necessary to perform at a high degree of proficiency + Ability to effectively write and present information/reports and respond to questions from suppliers, customers, management and inter-department staff + Capable of working with internal staff from other departments in a proactive and constructive manner + Strong leadership skills, including the ability to mentor and develop individuals and teams + Able to engage and lead team discussions and meetings + Understands team