Distribution Center Area Manager - Training

Overview

Great brands reflect culture.The best ones help shape it. At Foot Locker, we’re rooted in sport, powered by style, and driven by the communities that move both. From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the intersection of sport, style, and self-expression.

As part of the DICK’S Sporting Goods family,you’re backed by the resources, reach, and career opportunities of aworld-class sportscompany.ThatunleashesFoot Locker to keep pushing forward with the agility and edge that define the brand.We’re looking for great peoplewho want toinfluencecultureand the generation that is shaping what’s next. 

Whether you’re building strategy,shapinginnovations, or creating unforgettable customer moments,you’ll contribute to decisions and experiences thatdefineour brands’ impactin the communities we serve.

Come change the game with us. Apply today!

Join our team as an Area Manager and lead operations for the weekend shift Training team. This is a leadership role for someone who thrives on problem-solving and delivering results in a fast-paced environment. You’ll oversee safety, efficiency, and team performance while driving continuous improvement at our Junction City, KS distribution center.

Weekend shift: Friday-Sunday 6am-6:30pm

Responsibilities

• Direct and coach your team to achieve daily operational goals
• Ensure compliance to EHS, quality, and employee relations standards
• Utilize Lean Six Sigma tools to drive process improvements that optimize cost, efficiency, and product integrity while eliminating waste and process variation
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and teamwork
• Lead your team's daily shift start-up meetings and actively contribute input during the site's daily production meetings
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and support financial planning process
• Manage labor plans and daily demands, making real-time decisions to optimize service and cost
• Participate in internal and external audits and resolve findings effectively

• Support hiring and talent development within your department

• Troubleshoot WMS issues and support system improvements

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to develop talent and provide growth
• Background in developing, updating, and facilitating trainings
• Microsoft Office proficiency, particularly Word and Excel
• Strong reasoning, analytical, and organizational skills
• Teamwork and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate with different levels within the organization

At Foot Locker, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity in all that we do.  To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools, including ChatGPT, during interviews and assessments.  To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please review the following guidelines:

• Cameras must be on for all virtual interviews.
• AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews or assessments.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to create a transparent and equitable hiring experience.

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Benefits

The annual base salary range is $70,000 - $90,000 / yr. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below.

• Employee Discount 
• Paid Time Off 
• Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage 
• 401(k) | Roth 401(k) 
• Life Insurance 
• Flexible Spending Account 
• Opportunities for Advancement 
• Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses 
• Strong Company Culture 
• Employee Resource Groups