Warehouse/Logistics Manager
Full job description
The Warehouse and Logistics Manager will oversee and manage the operations of the warehouse and logistics department.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
· Hires and supervises warehouse and logistics team and responsible for all departmental functions.
· Oversees the day-to-day workflow of the department.
· Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
· Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.
Duties/Responsibilities:
· Develops the warehouse and logistics department to provide a variety of services including warehousing, distribution, transportation, materials management, and fulfillment services.
· Gathers needed information on and understanding of customer demands; meets specific needs for transloading, just-in-time shipping, inventory management, distribution, and fulfillment.
· Builds and maintains relationships with all departments to identify opportunities for improvement and cost reductions.
· Identifies problems and inefficiencies in the materials management and logistics processes; Developing and implementing changes in the process and procedure to ensure all material handling and logistic functions operate efficiently with a sense of urgency.
· Maintains current knowledge of logistics and technology developments and trends; recommends and implements improvements based on this knowledge to provide more efficient service to clients.
· Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
· Excellent managerial and supervisory skills.
· Excellent analytical skills.
· Ability to perform multiple tasks and a variety of duties.
· Excellent written and oral communication skills.
· Proficient with computer-based management systems for inventory control, shipping operations, materials management.
· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software as well as WMS systems.
Education and Experience:
. High School degree or equivalent required.
· Ten years of experience in distribution or transportation industry required.
Physical Requirements:
· Prolonged periods of standing, walking and working on a computer.
· Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- How many years of people management do you have?
Experience:
- Warehouse management: 10 years (Preferred)
- Logistics: 5 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Bardstown, KY 40004 (Required)
Work Location: In person