FUNCTION:Under the supervision of the Manager, the Warehouse/Distribution Specialists receives, stores, and distributes merchandise as needed and must fulfill material requests in a timely manner while adhering to all safety guidelines. The Distribution Specialist is also responsible for inventory duties and are accountable for loss of goods, and ensure adequate levels of necessary supplies at all times. Finally, the Distribution Specialist may order and will need to negotiate and facilitate relationships with vendors accordingly.REQUIREMENTS* High school diploma or GED required* Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience working independently or in a team.* United States Driver's License and ability to drive as needed.* Excellent experience with forklift and other warehouse equipment. (OSHA certified)* Multi-tasking and being able to maintain flexible in a fast passed environment.* Excellent Computer Skills in Microsoft Office and office products.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.* Proven ability to for conflict resolutions and negotiations skills.* Bilingual in any language a plusRESPONSIBILITIES* Executing the distribution processes, identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements to sorting, collection and collation.* Keep official records for incoming and outbound cargo, verifying and refusing cargo.* Manage and mitigate handling errors, damaged goods and other failures.* Demonstrate appropriate packaging, handling and labeling.* Attends department, store and safety meetings* Providing quality service to all internal and external customers.DRIVER RESPONSIBILITIES* Maintain accurate Pre-Trip and Post-Trip records.* Maintain accurate delivery and pickup records.* Secure loaded equipment per company procedure and inspect in transit if necessary.* Secure customer signature on all deliveries, if not already signed.* Inform supervisor of difficulties with deliveries and pickups.* Maintain and comply with company procedures and policies while driving.* Perform vehicle inspections daily.* Notify warehouse manager of any scrapes, dents, or accidents.* Performs duties in compliance with company safety standards.* Performs other duties as requestedEXPECTATIONS* Follow all delivery policies and procedures at all times.* Adhere to delivery and processing of deliveries time line.* Meet and maintain the accuracy guidelines at 100% at all times.EFFECT ON END RESULT* To ensure needs of the client as identified by the IDT are met and client sanitation is achieved.* To ensure that the program is operated in compliance with the contract scope of work. Volunteers of America Chesapeake's policies and procedures and licensing and Medicaid Waiver regulations.* Individuals will be supported in being participatory members of their community according to their interests.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical requirements described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.* The ability to safely operate a motor vehicle to transport oneself, consumers, and program supplies as necessary.* The physical ability to travel to assigned locations, stand, stoop, bend, reach, pull, push, lift, grasp, climb, talk, see, hear and perform basic and light home maintenance activities, and operate office equipment.* Operating office equipment requiring continuous or repetitive hand/arm movements.* The ability sitting and/or stand for extended periods of time* Must operate warehouse equipment during the course of the work day.OTHER DUTIESPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.