Distribution Center Manager at Covetrus in Lexington, KY

Job description

Covetrus is a global animal-health technology and services leader dedicated to empowering veterinary practice partners to drive improved health and financial outcomes. We bring together products, services, and technology into a single platform that connects our customers to the solutions and insights they need to work best. Our passion for the well-being of animals and those who care for them drives us to advance the world of veterinary medicine. Distribution Center Manager, Animal Health Our Lexington, KY location is seeking a Distribution Center Manager responsible for planning and directing all distribution activities including receiving, storing, shipping, routing, handling returned/damaged goods, and administrative tasks to ensure customer and company requirements are met. We offer a climate-controlled, small-team environment where you rarely have to work weekends! WHO WE ARE Covetrus is a global animal-health technology and services company dedicated to empowering veterinary practice partners to drive improved health and financial outcomes. We are bringing together products, services, and technology into a single platform that connects our customers to the solutions and insights they need to work best. Our passion for the well-being of animals and those who care for them drives us to advance the world of veterinary medicine. OUR VALUES Never Settle – Share the Customer Goal – Give Power – Be Passionate – Do Good Come join our amazing team where we go for great, put the customer first, operate as one team, cultivate a passion for animals, and always act responsibly for customers and society! COMPANY BENEFITS Competitive pay and bonus opportunity Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance starting on Day 1 Generous holiday and paid time off policy Company paid life and AD&D insurance 401(k) with generous company match Pet Insurance PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES ( including but not limited to ) Directs and oversees job assignments and daily schedules to ensure timely and accurate receiving and shipping. Manages, coaches and develops key leaders within the DC, which could include: Inbound, Outbound, and Inventory Manager positions; provides work direction, resolves problems, and sets deadlines to ensure timely completion of work. Directs and oversees all delivery service operations including scheduling drivers, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with all Company regulations and provide Regulatory Affairs with all required reports and logs (as applicable). Ensures a work environment which provides for team spirit, quality work, and safety by: carrying out the Company’s pay-for-performance evaluation system and implementing operating procedures and safety education programs; recruit, train, and provide development opportunities for employees to ensure a motivated and productive work team. Collaborates with key internal partners (Sales, Purchasing, etc.) and seeks feedback to continually exceed and enhance the customer experience. Ensures accurate and timely preparation, processing, distribution and retention of Company records and government reports. Ensures appropriate sanitation and pest control of the facility; proper storage and maintenance of tools/equipment; proper salvage/disposal of approved damaged freight; and compliance with applicable government regulations. Ensures all DC personnel maintain a professional and courteous relationship with customers, vendors, and co-workers. Develops, implements, and maintains effective and timely communication processes between DC and Company personnel. Ensures the timely and accurate processing of customer product returns. Ensures high inventory accuracy through daily cycle counts, physical inventories, timely inventory adjustments and vendor returns, and actively monitors morgue inventory. Controls DC operating expenditures in accordance with budgetary guidelines: participates with Area and Corporate management in the development of annual operating budgets. Ensures the efficient organiz