In this role, Department Managers manage the team responsible for receiving product and delivering store orders safely and efficiently to service our stores. In addition, Department Managers partner with Human Resources and employees to provide a profitable, compliant, fair, and consistent and harassment free work environment and live our values every day.

What will I do?

• Lead with our values, always help others and ensure Wegmans remains a great place to work for all  
• Manage and develop a team of employees, engage in meaningful conversations, build trusted relationships and provide the resources, feedback, and development opportunities they need to be successful  
• Ensure incredible service is provided throughout the entire supply chain; hold Team Leaders accountable for delivering the right product to the right place at the right time measured by service commitment times; seek feedback and respond to requests with urgency
• Partner with other areas and internal business partners such as Distribution Operations, Transportation, Quality Assurance, Distribution Operations Support and Stores; ensure operational excellence
• Collaborate with peers and leadership to meet business objectives and implement programs; communicate financials and performance metrics
• Demonstrate passion for product by ensuring food safety initiatives are followed, cold chain process is adhered to when necessary, keeping food fresh and ensuring the highest quality product for our store
• Utilize knowledge of distribution operations, roles, and expectations to facilitate recommendations for reducing waste (damage) and improving efficiency
• Develop programs that get product to our stores in the quickest, most efficient way possible; problem solve escalated issues
• Manage a team and prioritize departmental tasks and responsibilities on a daily basis; ensure service, on-time delivery, accuracy and quality goals are met
• Partner with Distribution Area Manager; identify trends, resolve problems and set goals based on business needs
• Stay current on industry practices; identify continuous improvement opportunities involving people, processes, technology/systems and tools
• Monitor the work areas for safety concerns; ensure employees and products remain safe in efforts to reduce accident claim rates and lost time

Required Qualifications

• 3 or more years of experience in a Distribution and/or Manufacturing environment
• 3 or more years of leadership experience managing a large team
• Ability to lead large groups of individuals in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment
• Strong ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Experience managing inventory
• Organizational skills
• Process oriented
• Systems aptitude; high proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety procedures
• Knowledge of warehouse, supply chain and store order systems
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management or related field

The health and safety of our Employees is our top priority and we are committed to keeping you safe while you help to serve our communities!

• Dedicated disinfecting staff members for high touch/contact equipment and spaces as well as common areas
• Multiple active Employee Safety Committees on campus, encouraging a culture of safety and well-being
• Comprehensive safety training for new employees, delivered by dedicated professional trainers, as well as on-going continuous safety training throughout the year
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided at no cost

At Wegmans, we’ve long believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive pay and a variety of benefits & perks is just the start of what it means to work at Wegmans.

Whether through premium pay for working overtime, on Sundays or on recognized holidays, offering industry-leading health care coverage and wellness programs to support physical, financial, and emotional well-being, or paid time off (PTO) to help you balance work and life, we’ve got something for everyone.

And because we care about the wellbeing and success of every person, we recognize each person has their own unique scheduling needs. We’re proud to offer flexibility in scheduling so our employees can prioritize what is most important to them. Our large, high-volume stores and 24x7 operations allow for personalized schedules that balance an employee’s individual needs with the needs of our business and each department.

Comprehensive benefits*

1. Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
2. Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
3. Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
4. Retirement plan with both a profit-sharing and 401(k) match
5. A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
6. LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness
7. Exclusive discounts on electronics, entertainment, gym memberships, travel and more!
8. And more!

***Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.

For 25 years in a row, our employees have put us on the FORTUNE magazine’s list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For®. Discover what it means to work for a family-owned, mission-driven, values-based company that believes in caring, respect, empowerment, high standards and making a difference in the community. Because with a family-like atmosphere of shared support, leaders who have your best interest at heart and growth as part of everything we do, Wegmans is the place for you to do what you love—and love what you do.