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DC Supervisor

Chiquita Brands

Greensboro, NC

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Brokerage, Calculators, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Computer Systems, Computer Terminals, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Distribution Management, Documentation, Forecasting, Forklift, Government, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Management, Keyboards, Leadership, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Office Equipment, Operating Systems, Operational Audit, Organizational Development/Management, Pallet Jack, People Management, Performance Management, Performance Reviews, Physical Inventory, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Procedure Implementation, Process Analysis, Process Development, Process Improvement, Process Management, Sales, Sales Operations, Staff Training, Trucking, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Warehousing
LOCATION
Greensboro, NC
POSTED
22 days ago
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for the distribution of our fresh produce products from various ports; ensuring product is shipped correctly based on customer parameters. The incumbent interfaces with sales, transportation, brokers, customers, third party warehouse personnel and service providers for an efficient and effective operation and flow of information. This person is also responsible for managing all warehouse employees, including safety.
This is a supervisory, exempt position. The Primary duty of this role is management of the organization or of a recognized unit or subdivision thereof. This role includes supervision of at least two other full-time employees or the equivalent thereof. In addition to having the authority to hire or fire other employees and/or to make suggestions and recommendations regarding the hiring, firing, advancement, promotion, etc. of other employees.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Manages the distribution of fresh produce products in within the region.
  • Interfaces with sales, operations, Quality and transportation department to ensure right fruit right customer parameters.
  • Responsible for inventory control to ensure physical inventory is accurate against system inventory.
  • Responsible for managing space allocation for warehouse and or office.
  • Coordinates all products arriving into PEV including managing inbound and outbound trucking and customer orders. Effective communication and planning required with customs broker and warehouse providers.
  • Responsible for implementing procedures and making sure personnel are trained notify appropriate parties for any possible claims against service provider pertaining to temperature and mishandling of product.
  • Responsible for notifying necessary Government agencies such as USDA, for needed inspections and documentation for marketing order and failed to grade inspections.
  • Daily Order Forecast.
  • Ships orders within our Chiquita Operating System.
  • Document materials Inventory stored at our 3rd party facility.
  • Requests Materials as needed by our 3rd Party facility. 
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • High School diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • 2 to 5 years of General operations experience, quality or ripening background.
  • Strong relationship building and customer service skills a must.
  • High degree of stress tolerance.
  • Able to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong detail orientation and communication skills essential.
  • Proficiency with computer systems and applications (especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint essential).
  • Ability to analyze and establish processes for improved department performance.
  • Ability to work under pressure; maintain problem-solving attitude.
  • Strong trouble shooting skills.
  • Ability to lead people and manage processes.
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:
  • Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment.
  • Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal.
  • Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone, and other office equipment in the course of normal workday.
  • Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job duties.
  • Incumbent will perform in a warehouse environment reviewing operations and employees.
  • Use repetitive motions using upper and lower extremities, mount and dismount equipment.
  • May handles cases of product weighing up to 50 lbs. with frequent bending, stooping, and overhead lifting. 
  • Handle various warehouse equipment such as pallets jacks and forklifts. 

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