AUI Distribution Center Team Lead

***Albert Uster Imports Inc. is proud to offer a competitive performance-based bonus structure during employment. The monthly bonuses will be based on achievement of key performance indicators and the overall performance of the business.

AUI is also excited to offer signing bonuses to eligible new hires. A signing bonus of up to $1,500 is available for new members of the AUI team, subject to eligibility requirements.***

*Bilingual in English/Spanish required*

ABOUT ALBERT USTER IMPORTS

Albert Uster Imports, Inc. (“AUI”) is a privately held gourmet food company headquartered in the Washington, DC area (Gaithersburg, MD) with warehouse locations in Kansas City, Las Vegas, Miami, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Gaithersburg. AUI falls under the Vestar Capital Partners portfolio with affiliate organization, Roland Foods, LLC.

Founded in 1968, the company offers over 1,400 products from around the world. We serve leading hotels, restaurants, casinos, cruise lines, airlines, and manufacturers with innovative, high quality products and solutions to their most demanding culinary challenges. We operate a network of distribution centers across the U.S. and serve select International markets as well. AUI has a national direct selling organization of over 60 sales professionals and a staff of culinary experts (chefs and food scientists) adept at custom product solutions.

RESPONSIBILITES

WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT

Assures warehouse expenses are managed within budget. (Freight Spend, and Supplies).
Manages the overall warehouse and facility to the Company’s satisfaction.

WAREHOUSE PHYSICAL FACILITY & PERIMETER MANAGEMENT

Maintains security of inventories.
Maintain, Clean, Safe and Hygienic environment both within the warehousing area, dock. areas and perimeter of the building, ensuring proper sweeping, mopping and trash pickup.
Ensures conformance to and compliance with governmental regulations.
Conducts daily inspection of the warehouse work areas, and corrects/reports findings.
Ensures all equipment (fixed and non-fixed) and work areas are in safe and working order.

TRANSFER MANAGEMENT

Ensures all required transfers are processed and shipped within one week of receipt.
Ensures accuracy of transfer, making sure that all items are staged, scanned, and double checked before posting.
Responsible for seeking approval for all changes.
Ensures timely receiving of inbound transfers; scanned and put-away upon physical receipt, per established company guidelines.

STOCK MAINTENANCE

Jointly responsible for restocking and inventory disposition activity (dispose or donate); responsible for 100% adherence to established processes.
Rotate/Replenish Stock (FIFO).
Ensure accuracy of locations; Lot Tracking, and Home location administration.
Manage “cycle counts” activity to ensure inventory accuracy.
Re-barcode when necessary.
Ensure that stock is properly stored and protected.
Report non-conforming products to Purchasing for stock adjustments. Move identified products to designated location.
Perform weekly inspection of all inventory items and report any issues, such as overstock and short stocked items.
Participate in Physical Inventories, Maintain inventory accuracy within established budget guidelines.

ORDER FULFILLMENT

Ensure all customer orders received before the cut off time are processed and shipped the same day.
Interact with Customer Service Representatives (CSR’s) on all issues (routing, freight claims, OS&D, etc).
Ensure steps are taken to mitigate shipping errors; facilitate retraining as needed.
Ensure all pulled items are Scanned (checked).
Ensure packaging procedures are followed while ensuring; proper usage of supplies, sized boxes (for both weight and dimension) and proper labeling of products requiring special handling.
Ensure all necessary business need communication is provided to carriers.
Achieve a thorough knowledge of both FedEx and UPS Manifest systems.
Achieve a good understanding of how to manage shipping activity with freight companies.
Set daily pickup appointments with LTL carriers.
Demonstrate knowledge of LTL carriers both dry and refrigerated.
Work closely with Common Carriers (UPS&FDX) to schedule late pickups and/or midday pick-up sweeps.
Plan for, and communicate business trends to DC Personnel and Carrier companies, to ensure “on-time” shipping performance.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Bilingual in English/Spanish required
High school diploma plus 4 years of equivalent working experience in warehousing, logistics and/or other related fields.
Forklift certification.
Knowledge of modern warehousing techniques including logistics, special handling/storage requirements and shipping alternatives.
Ability to lead and supervise employees; Must have the ability to communicate, both actively, and pro-actively.
Ability to establish priorities, work independently and proceed to objectives without supervision; Ability to handle and resolve recurring problems.
Must be willing to work overtime, holidays and weekends as workload dictates
Physical requirements (lifting, etc.): The ability to lift 50 lbs.

Founded by immigrants, AUI & Roland Foods knows that diversity is the spice of life. We believe in the power of food to open minds, spark adventure, and bring diverse people together. All are welcome at our table! We know the transformative value of food in individual lives and communities. Because of this, we insist on obtaining the highest-quality ingredients and talent!

AUI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. AUI considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. AUI is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at peopleandculture@rolandfoods.com.