The primary function of the department manager is to directly manage the day to day operations of the department and staff according to company guidelines, while ensuring all deadlines are met.  This role will oversee the safe movement of all goods.  The department manager must be able to adjust and adapt to the changing job priorities and requirements while maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. In this position you must have open communication between all departments and direct reports to maintain a consistent work flow while adhering to all policies and procedures.

Who We Are

At Bob’s, we have fun, we love what we do, and it shows in our expansive growth! Bob’s Discount Furniture is more than just a furniture store. We are one of the fastest growing omni-channel furniture retailers in the country with 165 stores in 24 states.

How We Will Support You

At Bob’s we understand there are many companies you can choose to work for, so, along with exceptional opportunities for career growth we offer a fun team-oriented work environment and great benefits! Let us tell you more.

Pay: $80,000 annual salary (based on experience)

Benefits & Perks- We’ve got you covered! We believe in supporting our employees and their families in the best ways possible is a top priority. We focus on three core wellness pillars: Emotional, Physical and Financial. Below are just some of the benefits that we offer:

Feeling under the weather, we’ve got you covered! We offer Nationally provided Medical, Dental and Vision InsurancePaid Vacation, Personal Days, Sick Days, Holidays, work anniversary and your Birthday! After all, your birthday should be a holiday401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with a Generous Company match!Pet Insurance to help keep your furry friends happy and healthyLife insurance – Employer-paid basic Life Insurance, with the option to add Voluntary Life Insurance as well!Financial Planning, Voluntary Legal Benefits and Wellness PlansWe already offer value priced furniture, but on top of that we offer a Generous Employee Discount starting on your 1st day!Additional Employee Discounts through the “Hays Perks discount program” offering hundreds of online discounts from your favorite merchants.And so much more!

Culture and Core Values- At Bob's we have a set of core values that shape the decisions we make every day and help define our company culture. These values comprise what we call "The Bob's Way." Honesty, Integrity, Transparency, Community, Safety, Diversity, Accountability and Fun.

DIVERSITY IS A CORE VALUE AT BOB’S

At Bob’s Discount Furniture, we want you to feel at home. Whether you’re shopping with us or a part of the Bob’s team, we want you to know that you are valued, appreciated, and free to be who you are.

We are committed to creating a place as diverse as the communities we serve.

Learn and Grow- We believe in developing our team members and helping them grow both personally and professionally! We promote Professional Development: In-person, virtually and offer an infinite library of on-demand classes in Workday Learning. We also offer Tuition Reimbursement as well as the BDF Education Foundation Scholarship Program open to employees and their dependents. Want to grow at Bob’s professionally? We look to promote from within our organization by having robust succession planning in place to ensure that our team members have the opportunity to advance their careers.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Monitoring the daily operations – implement and enforce the warehouse operational policies and procedures for the department and other operational areas as business dictates; recommend when necessary changes in proceduresHaving a cross functional understanding of all areas of the facilityContinuous review of department structure and personnel changes are needed to ensure optimum utilization of staff  Manage the staffing by hitting targeted goals, effective recruitment, training and development of all employeesPartner with assistant managers to ensure they work with their teams to: Write performance reviews to foster continuous learning, growth and developmentReview daily payroll hoursSupport associate discipline in partnership with HR when counseling employees Keep the staff informed of current events and provide updates on department and company initiatives by conducting frequent team meetingsMonitor department work productivity, through daily/weekly reports and recommends any improvements or changes to increase safety, work moral and work efficiency through motivation and encouragementConnect with all partners within the supply chain – delivery, inventory control, stores, merchandising, HR, LP and others as required to support an efficient operationMeet customer commitments by focusing on quality and accuracy – minimizing damage of productCounsels employees on job opportunities, which will enhance their warehouse development and keep staff informed on current events, problems or changes within the department or company as a wholeOversee work organized by assistant department managers and leadsBrief staff through periodic or one-on-one meetingsOn occasion or when necessary assist in practical “hands-on” work in order to maintain moral and make sure work is accomplished in a timely mannerDrive a culture of safety by following all safety policies and ensuring the team is maintaining the housekeeping standards by providing a clean, safe and organized work environmentBeing committed to support the business as needed through being able to work flexible hours, including holidays/weekends as well as perform additional duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Multi-tasking in a fast paced warehouse environmentMust be a critical thinker who can analyze data and problem solveEffective communication skills including written, verbal and listeningRequired to stand and walk 80% of the time in order to oversee the businessProficient in using a warehouse management system (WMS) –  as well as Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel

Desired Qualifications

Preferred 4 years of leadership experience in a warehouse environmentHigh School diploma or equivalentBilingual (Spanish) preferredStrong computer skillsMathematical aptitude

It is policy of Bob’s Discount Furniture, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against or harassed because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state or local law.

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