Distribution Center Group Lead

Description

At Bath & Body Works, we believe everybody deserves to feel good. When you join us, you're part of more than an iconic fragrance and personal care brand - you become part of Gingham Nation, where people are at the center of everything we do.

We believe great associate experiences create great consumer experiences. When our associates feel supported, inspired and empowered, consumers feel it. Whether you're starting your career or building your next chapter, we invest in your growth so you can learn, lead and help create feel good moments every day.

Summary:

This position is responsible for providing operational and leadership support to the DC Supervisor. This includes planning and organizing department goals, the flow of work and the hours in the department. You will be leading a group of dedicated associates by building a collaborative environment and communicating business needs while addressing training needs with associates. Ensure a welcoming, fun, and safe place to work.

MULTIPLE SHIFTS!

Front Half: Sunday-Wednesday 6am-4:30pm, overtime as needed

Back Half: Wednesday-Saturday 6am-4:30pm, overtime as needed

PM: Monday-Friday 5pm-1am, overtime as needed

Responsibilities

• Assists Supervisor in planning and organizing department goals by understanding priorities and taking a proactive approach to the flow of work and managing hours in department.
• Effectively communicates with Supervisor and associates both verbally and in writing.
• Partners with Supervisor to assist associates in forming a team environment through strong floor performance and models a positive, professional behavior at all times.
• Possesses common knowledge of all DC systems, ensuring associates follow procedures and provides performance feedback to associates.
• Coordinates the training of current and new hire associates.
• Promotes and takes an interest in generating safety awareness.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of DC operations is useful.
• Exceptional performance record and ability to maintain those standards.
• Knowledge of PC's and software and the ability to quickly learn new systems.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships and interact in a constructive manner.
• Ensure that associates in the group follow all safety, hazardous material and OSHA training, rules, and reporting; actively participate in providing leadership in accident prevention initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job and assist in all areas, including but not limited to:

• Ability to stand continuously for long periods of time, up to 10 hours per day.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds up to 50% of the working hours; lifting may be above or below shoulder level - and above or below waist level.
• Ability to push, pull, bend, twist, squat, climb, kneel, and stoop on a frequent basis.
• Ability to use hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity to include grasping and holding on a continuous basis.
• Ability to function in elevated locations.
• Ability to successfully complete power equipment training.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Core Competencies

• Lead with Curiosity & Humility
• Build High Performing Teams for Today & Tomorrow
• Influence & Inspire with Vision & Purpose
• Observe, Engage & Connect
• Strive to Achieve Operational Excellence
• Deliver Business Results

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not make employment decisions based on an individual's race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status, and we comply with all laws concerning nondiscriminatory employment practices. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for associates and job applicants with disabilities. Our management team is dedicated to ensuring fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, associate activities and general treatment during employment.

We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.