Associate Supply Chain Leader - Houston, TX

Job Summary: 

Providing our Customers with products they love is a big job, and the 12.1 million square feet of our distribution centers help make that possible. Our Supply Chain Partners are key to helping stock H-E-B Stores and keeping our supply chain moving all over Texas and Mexico. 

As an Associate Team Leader for H-E-B, you’ll participate in a structured 6-month program that prepares you to lead great people while ensuring our products and supply chain are the most efficient and effective in the business! The program includes a Dedicated Trainer, Professional Development Workshops, exposure to multiple areas of the business, and networking opportunities with Supply Chain Leaders. Upon completion of the program, you will have developed the essential knowledge and skills required to become a Team Leader in one of the following Supply Chain areas: Manufacturing, Warehouse, Transportation, or eCommerce Fulfillment. 

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

Management / Operations:

• Develops applies basic technical knowledge relating to positive Partner relations, coaching, and Partner development skills
• Develops a thorough understanding of business operations
• Develops an understanding of / monitors key performance indicators against goals; takes appropriate action to meet goals
• Works with leadership team and Partners to develop a thorough understanding of the causes of equipment damage; works with all Partners to reduce damage and increase equipment life
• Fosters / promotes / ensures compliance with facility safety requirements
• Works with Partners to ensure understanding of and commitment to daily business goals
• Researches / responds to customer inquiries; resolves / makes necessary corrections
• Ensures compliance with internal practices and external policies, procedures, guidelines, and governance

The responsibilities and essential functions outlined above describe the general nature and level of work assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time based on business needs. Employees may be required to perform other job-related tasks as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.

Qualifications & Key Requirements:

Work Experience:

• 1+ years of related experience
• Experience in presentations a plus

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of the industry and related EEOC and employment laws
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Intermediate verbal / written communication skills
• Analytical and project management skills
• Negotiating and influencing skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and shift focus between tasks; attention to detail

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree or 1+ years of related experience

Licenses/Certifications:

• Successful completion of Leadership & Development classes as assigned

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

• Function in a fast-paced distribution center and office environment
• Travel by car or plane with overnight stays
• Work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Work in multiple temperature zones
• Safely maneuver facility in compliance with OSHA regulations

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Partner encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Last revised: 02/01/2017

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