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Area Manager

Flexport
Location
Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, United States
Posted
16 days ago
Department
Fulfillment
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 2+ years managing staff of 5 or more
  • Ability to lift up to 49 pounds
  • Willingness to work in varying noise levels and temperatures
  • Ability to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours
  • Willingness to work any permanent shift including overnights and holidays
  • Experience in warehousing, fulfillment, or transportation/logistics management
Nice to have
  • Experience working with SQL, creating and running reports
  • Demonstrated collaboration with internal and external business partners
  • Exceptional prioritization skills
  • Strong presentation and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to adapt in a rapid growth, startup environment
What the job really is

As an Area Manager at Flexport, you will lead a team in one of their inaugural fulfillment centers, focusing on operational excellence and team development. Your responsibilities include coaching staff, managing performance reporting, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and facilitating problem-solving across departments. This role emphasizes collaboration and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment while driving process improvements.

Benefits
  • Base salary range of $64,800 — $81,000 USD
  • Bonus and equity opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefit offerings such as medical, dental, and flexible time off
Things to weigh
  • High chance of shift overlapping into weekends
  • Requires working on a secure mezzanine at a height of up to 40 feet
  • Three months of onboarding and training at a different site before transitioning to the main location
Job score2.8/5
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Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
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