Shipping Manager Needed in the Great State of Texas

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Alvin, Texas

Pay Range: B ased on experience.

Monday – Friday, 1st Shift (Flexible)

40hrs/wk. (ability to work overtime, when needed)

Full Benefits, Profit Sharing & 401K

Opportunity

Tired of the same old job postings and boring jobs? Join our Contract Lumber Team, in Alvin, TX. We’re committed to creating a fun, unique opportunity to provide creative solutions to practical challenges within the Lumber/Building industry.

The Shipping Manager reports directly to the Yard Manager and is responsible for tracking, and handling of materials, parts, products, and stock items. This position would also support the daily operation of outgoing shipments and customer service.

Day to Day

• Required to read Bill of Ladings and Shipping Reports.
• Maintain consistent communication with customers to ensure satisfaction.
• Oversee operations to ensure on-time delivery.
• Ability to manage and motivate load building associates and commercial drivers.
• Manage all daily operations of an active lumber yard that consists of scheduling inbound and outbound shipments, solving customer service issues, clearly communicating expectations with our associates, and be a valuable partner to the yard manager.
• Keep management aware of any delays or discrepancies with suppliers or shippers.
• Track and monitor inventory status and supply usage.
• Schedule yard transfers as needed.
• Review vendor invoices for potential discrepancies.
• Have Fun and enjoy what you do!

Skill Set

• Great Attitude and a Team Player.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Work in a high-paced environment
• Great communication skills
• Ability to work in an outside environment with the elements.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and give direction with the businesses best interest in mind.
• Process oriented people leader.
• Proficient with Microsoft office.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, 401k retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.