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Company: Bob's Discount Furniture
Location: Shorewood, IL
Career Level: Entry Level
Industries: Retail, Wholesale, Apparel

Description

Bob's Discount Furniture is quickly climbing the ladder of top furniture retailers in the country! Come join us and share in our journey of success!

Summary:

Responsible for real time analysis, assisting the coordination and balance of DC Logistics Operations.  Monitors and documents all productivity measurements.  Supports the Department Managers/ Leads to ensure all tasks are ready for the transfer crew.  Reporting, researching and resolving issues that occur in the interface between DC Ops and Logistics in a timely manner.   Supports Department Managers/Lead to ensure all End of day (EOD) tasks are completed to ensure preparation tasks are complete for the next shift.

Pay: $20.00 - $27.00/hour (based on experience)

Job Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for real time analysis, coordination and balance of DC Logistics (Transfer) Operations.

  • Collects and records current DOT/Log data and reports them to the Traffic Manager & Logistics Manager

  • Monitor and track equipment that is issued as needed.

  • Provides support in reporting, researching and resolving issues that occur in the daily operations of the transfer of goofs in a timely manner.

  • Provides administrative support for the Logistics Department.

  • Develops and maintains a working knowledge and understanding of all Systems.

  • Supports fleet maintenance including in-house and outsourced repairs.

  • Supports yard maintenance to ensure safe operating conditions are maintained.

  • Responsible for creating routes and Transfer Driver schedules that facilitate the shipment company goods.

  • Responsible for maintenance of training logs.

  • Manage/coordinate communication with drivers coming into facility.

  • Support OB Logistics Manager, Traffic Manger and Logistics Manager as needed.

  • Performs additional duties as requested.

  • May provide routine information and support to less experienced staff.

Competencies:

  • Multi-Tasking under fast paced conditions

  • Able to work under stressful   conditions

  • Good verbal and listening skills

  • Willingness to learn more

  • Knowledge of DOT rules and regulations.

  • Knowledge of the geographical areas of operation.

  • Ability to communicate and execute objectives through a team environment. 

  • Ability to handle and perform multiple projects at one time.

  • Strong communication and organizational skills. 

  • Ability to respond effectively to shipping statuses of loads. 

  • Ability to communicate ideas, directions and information to others via verbal or written means. 

  • Ability to prioritize your work and the work of others.

Work Environment:

Onsite at the Distribution Center in Shorewood, IL.

Physical Demands:

Standing or walking            50%

Sitting                                    50%                

Required Education and Experience:

  • High School diploma or equivalent

  • Basic computer skills

  • Mathematical aptitude

  • Multi-Tasking under fast paced conditions

  • Able to work under stressful   conditions

  • Preferable 1-3 years plus of direct high volume logistics or shipping experience.

Bob's Discount Furniture is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to reasonably accommodating qualified persons with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential duties of their position.

It is policy of Bob's Discount Furniture, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against or harassed because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state or local law.

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