We’re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we’re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?

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For more than 100 years, Purina has led the charge in revolutionizing pet food production and its ability to enrich the lives of pets everywhere. By 1956, through innovative engineering, we literally reshaped Pet Care, introducing Dog Chow® as the first extruded dry food. We’re still at it today, with Tidy Cats®, the lightweight cat litter champion of the world and our new Ultra-Premium brands, Beyond® and Just Right® pet food. 

Position Summary

As a Warehouse Manager you will be responsible for the direct management and handling of all warehousing and distribution functions at the organizations warehouse facilities. You will also be accountable for costs, performance, and quality of outbound freight, as well as adherence to safety and organizational policies and procedures.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies, policies, procedures, goals/objectives, and measurement mechanisms to ensure the successful attainment of the warehouse department and factory. Align with the Plant and Company Blueprint for Success.
• Place a high emphasis on safety, customer satisfaction, quality, cost efficiency, sanitation, productivity, operating efficiency, inventory accuracy, product quality/availability, and continuous improvement.
• Hire, train, organize, and manage clerical and hourly staff assigned to the warehouse department.
• Develop, present, and execute the warehouse capital and operating budgets. Monitor costs on a daily basis.
• Prepare correspondence, attend meetings, and effectively communicate and coordinate with department personnel, plant management, St. Louis staff, personnel at other plants, carriers, and vendors to accomplish the department, plant, and company mission and objectives.
• Establish and maintain a personal level of communication with customers and employees, including periodic visits to key accounts to ensure customer satisfaction.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred               
• 5 years operational experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• 2 years of leadership experience in a production/warehouse environment

The approximate pay range for this position is $76,000.00 - $122,000.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location.

If you are a results-oriented individual with a passion for driving operational excellence through outstanding leadership, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and contribute to the success of our warehouse department and company!

Requistion ID: 289686

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