Warehouse Manager

Job Type: Location Type: On-site

 

WAREHOUSE MANAGER

Join Team Bento and be a part of our group of companies which operates more than 12000 locations globally. With operations across Canada and United States, Bento brings together a dynamic team of people with diverse backgrounds, experience, and talent, to create an exceptional guest experience.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our expanding team at our brand-new location!

Location:

• Chicago Food Factory – 2136 S. Peoria St. Chicago, Illinois, 60608 | Note: this location operates 7 days a week.

Responsibilities:

The Warehouse Manager is responsible for overseeing all operations in the warehouse to ensure that all duties are carried out safely and efficiently.

• Provide leadership by establishing clear expectations and demonstrating high standards of work practices and safety-conscious behavior.
• Ensure the warehouse operates at peak efficiency by supervising, organizing, directing, and training warehouse employees. This includes scheduling, monitoring, and managing operations.
• Develop and monitor warehouse operations through ERP and associated systems.
• Oversee daily operations, controlling and managing inventory, logistics, and warehouse activities.
• Supervise daily activities of the warehouse, including quality assurance, inventory control, space management, logistics, floor productivity, and shipping.
• Schedule and oversee the warehouse team to meet the demands of fulfillment, managing the flow and quality of work to maximize efficiency.
• Communicate with relevant teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of products to customers and internal facilities.
• Ensure Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are well understood and consistently followed.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures in compliance with legal regulations and company policies.
• Available to work various shifts and weekends as needed.

Qualifications:

• Post Secondary diploma/degree in warehouse management or a comparable education/training.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in management
• Leadership skills to create an engaged, motivated, and high-performing team.
• Excellent communication skills
• Good time management skills and ability to prioritize projects and process multiple tasks as required.
• Proficient in the development of clean and up-to-date procedural documentation.
• Knowledge of MS Office Package (Outlook, Excel, Word), and ERP System.

Why you should join our team:

• Power of Collaboration: Live our core values – “Own it”, “Care about it”, “Make it exceptional”, and “Win together” – as we work together to create better food for everyone, the Japanese way.
• Competitive Rewards: Upon meeting eligibility criteria reap the benefits of a comprehensive compensation package with a bonus plan, group health benefits, and retirement plans that recognize your outstanding contribution.
• Ignite Your Potential: Fuel your growth with extensive training and opportunities for career advancement, empowering you to unleash your full potential.
• Champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion thrive, empowering every voice to be heard and celebrated through meaningful initiatives and programs.
• Drive Sustainable Impact: As part of our dedication to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, we actively promote sustainable practices and initiatives to create a positive impact on our environment and communities.

For more information about Bento and our opportunities, please visit www.bentosushi.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates elected for an interview will be contacted. Special consideration will be given to applicants with previous experience working as a; Warehouse Supervisor, Distribution Center Manager, Logistics Manager, Inventory Control Manager, Fulfillment Manager, Shipping and Receiving Manager.