Lead - Internal

INTERNAL JOB POSTING ALERT

POST DATE:  8/11/2026 NOON CST            END DATE: 8/26/2026 NOON CST  

Associates are required to apply for job openings only during the specified time frame mentioned above. No exceptions will be made.

TO APPLY: Interested candidates should complete the Internal Application through the Internal Job Board. Associates applying for this position must post within the designated time frame, meet minimum job requirements and should not have any Performance Notifications currently on file.  Associates must maintain good standing throughout the posting / hiring process.

The Distribution Center Lead is responsible for supporting the Operations Manager/General Manager with leading a group of associates for In-Bound (IB), Out-Bound (OB), Picking and Put-Away while ensuring that daily departmental goals are met with minimal supervision.

The Distribution Lead position is located in Arlington, TX.   

You’ll be excited about this opportunity because you will....

• Share business information through floor presence
• Work well with other department Leads/Operations Managers in assisting and trading resources when necessary 
• Suggest improvements to current techniques  
• Train and direct a team of associates to achieve departmental production goals in order to provide customers with the ultimate delivery experience 
• Control the workflow on the floor to include prioritizing team goals to ensure that deadlines are met  
• Tracking productivity, researching and resolving issues, provide feedback on productivity and quality related performance 

Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates….

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• At least 1 year in a leadership experience
• This is an onsite and in office role
• Have basic knowledge of Receiving, Replenishment, Picking, Shipping, Inventory Control, Profiling, and Waving
• Have working knowledge of Excel, Pick Ticket Management System (PKMS), Radio Frequency Scanner (RF Scanner), and AS400
• Able to multi-task and be extremely detailed on all written and verbal communications/documentations
• Have knowledge of basic math (addition and subtraction)
• Able to take initiative and work with minimal direction
• Have excellent attendance and willingness to be part of a team
• Available to work overtime and flexible schedules
• Available to work in various departments and buildings as needed
• Focus on maintaining a safe working environment at all times
• Perform other warehouse duties as assigned

We prefer some of these qualities as well….

• At least 1 year of forklift driving experience with Order Picker (OP), Reach Truck (RT), Swing Reach (SW), and Dock Stocker (DS)
• At least 2 years of leadership experience in distribution or manufacturing environment

Review these physical requirements, as they play a major part in this role….

• Able to bend, reach, squat, and climb stairs/ladders
• Able to lift up to 75lbs 
• Comfortable walking/standing 90% of the day
• Comfortable elevating on an Order Picker (OP) and Swing Reach (SW) 35 ft 

Our company benefits are second to none in the industry….

• Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations)
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance
• For more information on our benefits offers, please visit MyWSIBenefits.com
• To learn more about our Supply Chain culture and regional associate events, please visit: https://shorturl.at/R3OAX (Login credentials may be required)

EOE