Site Manager, Durham, #79

Gopuff
Durham, NC
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Geared toward candidates with leadership experience in fast-paced environments and a background in retail, grocery, or logistics, comfortable with managing a blended workforce and driving KPI improvements.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with prior leadership experience in retail, grocery, or logistics industries
    — “Retail, grocery, military, restaurant or equivalent experience
  • Individuals who have managed both W2 and 1099 employees in a high-pressure setting
    — “leading a blended workforce of W2 and 1099 employees
  • Candidates with a track record of improving operational efficiency and safety protocols
    — “proven track record of being a change agent with improving processes and efficiencies

Things to consider

  • Work hours may require irregular shifts, including late nights and weekends
    — “availability to support facility on weekends and/or holidays as needed by the business
  • Candidates must be physically capable of lifting up to 49 pounds and performing manual tasks
    — “Ability to lift up to 49 pounds

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in improving KPIs like order defect rates and cost per order
    — “Drive improvements to key performance indicators (KPIs) such as: Order Picking Time, Order Dwell Time, Drive Time, Order Defect Rate, and Cost Per Order.
  • Emphasize leadership in training and coaching teams to follow safety protocols
    — “Training and coaching associates in the facility to work safely while following all standard work and processes.
  • Demonstrate skills in creating and implementing action plans for performance and safety
    — “Create and implement plans to improve the safety, culture and financial performance of the facility
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Company

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What success looks like

  • improved KPIs
  • trained and coached associates
Typical background
3+ years of experience in fast-paced environmentsBachelor’s degree preferred

Skills & requirements

Required

Facility Operations ManagementTeam LeadershipFinancial Performance ManagementSafety Compliance

Preferred

Spanish Fluency

Stack & domain

Facility OperationsTrainingCoachingSafety ComplianceFinancial PerformanceKpisTeam ManagementStandard WorkProcessesConflict ResolutionTeam DevelopmentGoogle SuiteComputer UsageEmailSpanish FluencyLeadershipCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingAdaptabilityTime ManagementEngagementPositive AttitudeDriveGritEnthusiasmRetailGroceryMilitaryRestaurantWarehouseLogisticsCustomer ServiceInventory ManagementDeliveryEquipmentSystemsSafetyHuman ResourcesAsset ProtectionQuality AssuranceFinancial ManagementLegal Compliance

About the role

Original posting from Gopuff via Lever

Gopuff is seeking a Site Manager to join the Field Operations team. We are looking for a self-starting and entrepreneurial leader. The Site Manager role is an exciting and fast-paced role within Gopuff that requires drive, grit, positivity, and enthusiasm for the challenge. In this role, you will lead a local team of Shift Leaders and Field Operations Associates overseeing the facility’s operations as well as a team of independent Driver Partners. 

Ultimately, the success of the territory rests on your shoulders and is determined by your ability to execute and effectively lead a team that is hyper-focused on delivering a perfect experience for our customers. We put our customers first. 

Responsibilities::

  • Plans, directs, and is accountable for all facility operations including, deliveries, inventory, equipment, and systems
  • Drive improvements to key performance indicators (KPIs) such as: Order Picking Time, Order Dwell Time, Drive Time, Order Defect Rate, and Cost Per Order.
  • Training and coaching associates in the facility to work safely while following all standard work and processes.
  • Accountable to drive the financial performance of the site by ensuring that budgeted productivity, labor, and other expenses are achieved
  • Responsible for ensuring compliance with Gopuff and legal policies, procedures, and regulations for the warehouse by analyzing and interpreting reports
  • Implementing and monitoring Safety and Human Resource compliance, asset protection, safety controls, overseeing the safety of our people and products, operational and quality assurance reviews
  • Develop and implement action plans to improve performance, providing direction and guidance on executing Company programs and directing the management team in ensuring confidentiality of information, documentation and assigned records
  • Create and implement plans to improve the safety, culture and financial performance  of the facility 

Qualifications::

3+ years of experience with a fast-paced environment and leading a blended workforce of W2 and 1099 employees.

Retail, grocery, military, restaurant or equivalent experience

Bachelor’s degree, preferred

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong skills with conflict resolution

Strong skills with team development and engagement

Proficiency in computer usage, email, and Google Suite

Ability to lead in an ever-changing environment

Proven track record of being a change agent with improving processes and efficiencies

Ability to work with fluid schedules; be available during peak hours of operation (5pm - 3am) and availability to support facility on weekends and/or holidays as needed by the business

Ability to stand, bend, reach and walk during shifts

Ability to lift up to 49 pounds

Professional fluency in Spanish, preferred

#LI-GOPUFF

At Gopuff, we know that life can be unpredictable. Sometimes you forget the milk at the store, run out of pet food for Fido, or just really need ice cream at 11 pm. We get it—stuff happens. But that’s where we come in, delivering all your wants and needs in just minutes.

And now, we’re assembling a team of motivated people to help us drive forward that vision to bring a new age of convenience and predictability to an unpredictable world.

Like what you’re hearing? Then join us on Team Blue.

Gopuff is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive workplace where we do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or familial status, age, ancestry, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply.

Source: Gopuff careers (Lever)

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