OVERVIEWThe Warehouse Manager is responsible for all operations of the Warehouse & Shipping department including the Bulk Loading Department. This person manages approximately 70 employees, salaried and hourly personnel, within a union setting. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a fast-paced, challenging environment in which achievement in driving change in culture, procedures, and measurable performance was attained.
DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES- Overall responsibility for product shipping by truck.
- Optimization of facility layout and inventory management
- Performance monitoring and reporting
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and Good Manufacturing Practices
- Departmental budgeting
- Ensure Warehousing and Shipping areas are audit ready at all times
WORK EXPERIENCES- Minimum 7 years of Distribution and Logistics experience in a high volume operation of which at least 4 years must be in management
- Familiarity with Key Performance Indicators in Logistics / Distribution / Customer Service
- Experience with creating & maintaining various management reports & budgets
- Experience in Warehouse/Distribution Center lay-outs
- Accomplished results in Warehouse/Distribution Center performance improvement
- Supervision experience in a union environment
- Consumer Product Goods/ Retail Distribution industry experience is a plus
- Demonstrated Experience with SAP preferred
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Management, or related area of study
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY- Manages staff comprised of 6 supervisors and 60+ hourly employees
- Ensures Labor Contract is followed by all employees, and reports any potential violation
- Review performance for salaried employees and identify training needs
- Review and issue disciplinary measures according to the Labor Contract and Company Policy
ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)- Self-starter with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- The ability to make decisions, problem solve, prioritize assignments, and direct the workforce in a constantly changing environment
- Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills with the ability to drive change
- Results oriented with a focus on customer service
- Skilled in Inventory Control, Facility Management, Warehouse Material Handling, Receiving/Shipping procedures and controls
- Must have a working knowledge of warehousing software, ideally SAP and EWM
- MS Office (Excel / Word / Email) proficiency required
LOCATION OF ROLESALARY PAY RANGE: $119,000.00 - 221,000.000 plus bonus
The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on the candidate's qualifications and prior experience.
Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs) available the first of the month following 30 days of employment, 401(k) with match, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, vacation, holiday and sick time.
