Warehouse & Logistics Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Warehouse & Logistics Manager

We are a well established South Florida foodservice distributor in the tri-county area providing fresh and frozen produce, dry and grocery goods to the finest hotels, restaurants, healthcare facilities and retail businesses. We are looking for an extremely detail-oriented and business minded W&L Manager who has the epertise, experience and proven track record in the management of wholesale foodservice distribution

As the W&L Manager you are responsible for the full scale operations of planning and tracking the entire supply chain - from inbound receiving, pickups to customer delivery. Your overall goal is to ensure that all products meet our high quality standards and are delivered accurately, safely and efficiently with the same high standards thoughout.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Effectively train, delegate and manage warehouse and logistics personnel in regards to tasks, company rules, safety, schedules, behavior, and personal development.
• Assists in monitoring completion of assignments through frequent walk throughs of warehouse to ensure compliance with standards.
• Prepares reports, analyzes data, and makes recommendations for improving warehouse workflow.
• Oversee the planned maintenance of equipment and fleet.
• Enforces programs with comply with governmental agencies; State and Federal Labor Laws, OSHA, and Health Department.
• Understands and controls warehouse operating expenses, including labor and overtime.
• Conducts employee reviews.
• Attends scheduled meetings.
• Review and update Standard Operating Procedures and Job Descriptions.
• Knowledge of food safety protocols and inspections. HAACP certification helpful.
• Oversees inventory and manages employees maintaining counts and adjustments.
• Communicates with Sales and Executive Management to ensure orders are going out smoothly.
• Coordinates work schedules to ensure all shifts are covered.

Requirements:

• High school diploma with some college coursework in business or warehouse manage or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years warehouse management with emphasis in foodservice distribution and logistics.
• Familiarity and experience with a wide range of produce items.
• Proficienty in MS Office/Excel and familiarity with Famous Software or Produce Pro a plus.
• Working knowledge of proper operation of warehouse equipment and refrigeration.
• Strong communication and relationship building skills and the abilit to work effectively with all individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently and proven ability to lead a team.