Vas Associate Jobs in Nevada (NOW HIRING)

Job Title
Distribution Center Lead
Location
Distribution Center - Las Vegas, NV 89118 US (Primary)
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Warehouse
Education
High School or Equivalent
Job Description
Join our Distribution Center and be the driving force for our store's merchandise!
The Distribution Center (DC) Lead is responsible for overseeing the accurate and timely process of multiple small departments along side another lead.
Location: Distribution Center, 3755 W Sunset Road, Suite A, Las Vegas, NV 89118
Pay: $19.00
Benefits

• Employee Discount
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with company match

Job Responsibilities

• Ensures new receipts in the Value Added Services (VAS) area are processed as per DC procedures including security tagging, ticketing and hanging merchandise as well as processing damaged merchandise
• Coordinates workload assigned to VAS lanes to ensure a consistent flow of cartons to DC Associates
• Coordinates needed ticket printing with Ticketing Coordinator
• Ensure DC Associates have supplies needed and reports any shortages to Supervisor/Operations Manager timely
• Ensures merchandise cartons packed in WMS are shipped per DC procedures
• Reports training/productivity issues immediately to Supervisor
• Report any DC Associate personnel issues to Supervisor or Operations Manager promptly
• Assigns priority orders as directed by the Supervisor or Operations Manager and forwards backstock merchandise priorities to Reserve Stock Leads
• Ensures item count discrepancies are properly verified and distribution/detail counts are updated in WMS as reported
• Ensures Detail Counts are properly closed in WMS when complete
• Ensures daily VAS processing is completed/orders closed in accordance with daily goals keeping payroll guidelines in mind
• Follows through on priority orders assigned to ensure expected ship dates are met
• Applies and photographs when applicable, vendor chargebacks as per the WHSmith Vendor compliance guidelines and DC procedures
• Coordinates used pallet pickups as needed
• Ensures DC packing staff is assigned appropriately to WIP and communicates staffing needs to Supervisor or Operations Manager.
• Reports training/productivity issues immediately to Supervisor
• Operates and uses company equipment in a safe manner at all times in accordance with DC policies and procedures Reports all accidents and DC equipment issues to DC management immediately
• Reports defective equipment immediately to supervisor including RF scanners, printers, computer equipment, order pickers and forklifts
• Ensures staff is adhering to WHSmith's DC Safety program at all times, including practicing safe lifting practices
• Maintains confidentiality of company sources and information
• Assists Shipping Supervisor and Inbound Lead as Assigned
• Assists in DC loss prevention by enforcing all applicable security procedures; ie monitoring of entrance/exit and keeping dock doors secured
• To conduct him/herself in the spirit of the WHSmith mission, vision, core values and organizational health
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• 1+ years of experience in a fast paced distribution center or warehouse with some supervisory responsibility
• Previous certification or training on various warehouse equipment including but not limited to pallet jacks, lift trucks and stock pickers
• Previous experience with hand held terminals (HHT's)
• Strong leadership skills
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Desire to work as a team with a results driven approach
• Ability to multi task and problem solve
• Satisfactory Criminal Background Check and Drug Testing required
• Overtime and weekend work may be required

Additional Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, crouching, bending, pushing, or pulling
• Limited travel or overnight
• Normal or corrected vision and hearing
• Can distinguish varying or specific colors, patterns, or materials
• Fluency in English is required for training, customer interactions, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
• Occasionally outdoors
• Frequently exposed to varying temperatures from below 32 degrees to above 90 degrees
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Use of fine motor hand functions

About Us
WHSmith is a leading global travel retailer with over 1,700 stores across 30 countries worldwide. WHSmith North America, incorporating Marshall Retail Group (MRG) and InMotion, represents over half of the Company's international store estate, with a collection of attractive, successful specialty retail stores located in airports and resorts across North America.
EEO/ADA/DFWP
WHSmith North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin/ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, military/veteran status, marital status, disability status or any other basis prohibited by law. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.