Shipping & Receiving Manager

Benefits Benefits effective day one, paid vacation, free on-site health clinic, on-site fitness center, and 401(k) with matching. Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Shipping & Receiving Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in managing the flow of goods and materials throughout the supply chain, ensuring efficient operations and timely delivery. This position requires strong organizational skills, effective communication, and a solid understanding of logistics processes. Summary Summary: Directs and coordinates shipping department activities to ensure the efficient, accurate, and timely movement of outbound shipments, either personally or through subordinate staff. Essential Functions Supervises employees engaged in packaging products, shipping, loading and unloading trucks, and storing, retrieving, packing, and distributing finished goods, including gathering, packaging, and shipping all aftermarket products. Establishes shipping KPIs. Controls the shipping budget. Develops project plans, coordinates projects, communicates changes and progress, completes projects on time and within budget, and manages project team activities. Attends production meetings. Ensures proper packaging processes are followed. Coordinates outbound transportation by working directly with logistics providers, freight companies, customers, and internal teams to determine shipping methods, timing, and cost-effective delivery. Coordinates with transportation providers and suppliers to select appropriate transportation modes, negotiate rates, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations. Maintains supplier and carrier relationships to support efficient, compliant, and cost-effective transportation operations. Ships and tracks all shipments going to the warehouse. Assists with managing warehouse operations, including warehouse inventory and scheduling transportation to and from the warehouse. Assists with international shipping. Establishes and maintains a continuous flow process to ensure prompt deliveries to customers and timely turnaround on customer returns. Develops or revises standard operating and work practices and observes employees to ensure compliance with standards. Analyzes logistics and shipping processes, identifies improvement opportunities, and implements solutions to reduce costs and increase efficiency. Manages key shipping documents, including bills of lading. Assists with processing shipping documents, preparing invoices, and tracking shipments in coordination with the shipping department. Maintains accurate records of all logistics activities, including shipping documents, invoices, and warehouse inventory data. Requisitions and stores shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory levels. Maintains an orderly and neat shipping stock area. Communicates with internal and external suppliers, customers, and transportation providers to ensure smooth and efficient operations. Creates reports and graphs for the monthly management meeting. Approves subordinate time records daily. Resolves employee grievances or submits unresolved grievances to Human Resources for action. Works scheduled departmental hours. Ensures compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements. Supervisory Responsibility Directly supervises employees in assigned departments and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints; and resolving problems. Competencies Analytical - Collects and researches data. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Returns phone-calls and e-mails within 24-hours except for weekends and other time off. Meets commitments. Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Monitors transition and evaluates results. Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results. Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others. Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products, and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills. Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Aligns work with strategic goals. Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources. Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks. Professionalism - Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Maintains confidentiality. Written Communication - Presents data effectively. Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; Participates in meetings. Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Initiative - Seeks increased responsibilities. Innovation - Meets challenges with resourcefulness. Adaptability - Manages competing demands. Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Diversity - Promotes a harassment-free environment. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures. Qualifications Education and/or Experience: Associate degree (A.A.) in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field, plus 5+ years of related experience/training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred. Computer Skills: Epicor, MS Office, Epicor, Labor Collection. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to cold and heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. At the employee’s request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. #J-18808-Ljbffr