Area Manager – Inbound

Area Manager – Inbound

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or 5+ years of leadership experience in Fulfillment, Distribution, or Warehouse operations.
• Advanced functional knowledge of supply chain management, including fulfillment, procurement, transportation, and warehousing.
• Proven experience in managing teams, influencing stakeholders, and driving strategic initiatives.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to manage complex problems, mitigate risks, and make strategic trade-offs.
• Experience in coaching, developing team members, and fostering a culture of inclusion and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise inbound processes, including receiving, sorting, and storing products.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of incoming shipments to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Collaborate with inventory management teams to reconcile discrepancies and maintain optimal stock levels.
• Have managerial oversight of a team responsible for achieving operational goals and fostering strong stakeholder relationships. Ensure the effective implementation of Fulfillment Center strategies and maintain the highest quality standards in team deliverables.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment aligned with Thrive Market’s core values. Recognize and celebrate team achievements, promoting a culture of excellence and belonging.
• Prioritize operational excellence by optimizing team metrics, processes, and best practices. Ensure compliance with policies and allocate resources effectively to set up operational metrics. Identify and address root causes, automate where possible, and focus on projects that enhance deliverable quality and team environment.
• Coach and develop your team to encourage skill growth, independent decision-making, and active participation in discussions. Assign tasks strategically to stretch and develop team members, and review work to ensure consistency, accuracy, and alignment with goals.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks, resolve blockers, and manage team commitments. Prevent over-commitment and effectively scope efforts to address challenges.
• Maintain open and transparent communication with partner teams, stakeholders, and management. Share priorities, status updates, and team challenges, ensuring everyone understands decision-making processes and changes.
• Audit performance to ensure effective results and make data-driven decisions. Document lessons learned to prevent recurring issues and contribute to continuous improvement in operational practices.
• Gain a deep understanding of the products your team works with and foster collaborative relationships with partner teams. Provide guidance on operational excellence and support your team in achieving high performance standards.

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.