Category/Area of Expertise: Distribution
Job Requisition: 558275
Address: USA-VA-Disputanta-6500 Enterprise Drive
Store Code: DC 20 Dist Genl & Admin (5106538)
ADUSA Distribution is the distribution company of Ahold Delhaize USA, providing distribution services to one of the largest grocery retail supply chains in the nation. ADUSA Distribution receives, stores, manages inventory, and ships fresh and non-perishable product throughout the network of local brand stores. ADUSA Distribution facilities handle a mix of product types, including fresh, frozen, grocery and health and beauty care items. Our team is supporting the supply chain network evolution to an integrated self-distribution model of the future, serving leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. To learn more about our company and the other supply chain companies of Ahold Delhaize USA, visit www.adusasc.com.
POSITION SUMMARY
Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced distribution environment? As a Salvage Group Leader, you'll play a vital role in leading daily salvage operations while supporting and developing a dedicated team. This position offers the opportunity to combine leadership, operational excellence, and problem-solving to ensure safety, efficiency, and productivity across the distribution center. You'll serve as a key resource for your team, help drive continuous improvement, and make a direct impact on the success of the operation.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
• Lead and support the day-to-day activities of the salvage team, ensuring work is completed safely, accurately, and efficiently.
• Serve as the department leader in the supervisor's absence, helping maintain operational continuity.
• Plan, organize, assign, and follow up on team workloads to ensure priorities are met.
• Perform salvage duties alongside the team while ensuring quality and productivity standards are achieved.
• Coordinate trailer completion activities and maintain accurate records within the Yard Management System, where applicable.
• Partner with switcher teams to ensure timely and accurate trailer movements.
• Train, coach, and develop full-time and contracted associates on salvage processes, safety expectations, and best practices.
• Assist with scheduling and workload coverage to support business needs.
• Promote a culture of safety by ensuring team members understand and follow safe work practices.
• Communicate operational needs, challenges, and opportunities for improvement with leadership.
• Identify and recommend process enhancements that improve efficiency, productivity, and cost effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with company standards related to safety, accuracy, quality, and productivity.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and support team members.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively work across teams and with leadership.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
• Ability to meet established productivity and performance standards.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to perform data entry and research tasks.
• Ability to read and interpret written information and numeric product identifiers.
• Flexibility to work the schedule required to support operational needs.
• Physical ability to lift up to 60 pounds, stand for extended periods, and perform frequent reaching, bending, and stooping.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment, including cool temperatures, concrete floors, and around powered industrial equipment.
WHAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT
What Makes You Stand Out
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a distribution, warehouse, logistics, or supply chain environment.
• Demonstrated success leading teams and driving results in a fast-paced operation.
• Experience training, coaching, and developing associates.
• Certification to operate powered industrial equipment, where applicable.
• Proven ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and performance.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• A continuous improvement mindset and the ability to identify opportunities to streamline processes and increase efficiency.
• A commitment to delivering outstanding service while fostering a positive, team-oriented work environment.
Why This Role Matters
The Salvage Group Leader plays a critical role in ensuring salvage operations are completed safely, efficiently, and accurately while supporting the success of the broader distribution center. By leading and developing team members, driving operational excellence, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement, this role helps reduce costs, improve productivity, and maintain a strong culture of safety and accountability
WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE
ADUSA D&T offers competitive benefits to enchance your work-life experience. Our benefits are available to new associates starting on day 1 of employment.
Core Benefits
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Prescription drug coverage
• Health savings account (HSA) & flexible spending account (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Financial & Retirement
• Retirement plan with 401(k) matching
• Employee discounts
Time Off & Leave
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
Development & Growth
• Paid training
• Leadership development programs
• Tuition reimbursement
Workplace Experience
• Rewards and recognition programs
• Wellness programs
We are an organization that values diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law. Our organization is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, including applicants. If you have a disability and require assistance in the application process, please email recruiting@adusasc.com
