Warehouse Manager

About Us

Ready to rock the future with us? At Hellmann we put our people at the heart of everything we do, because for us, relationship matters. Joining us does not just mean becoming part of a global company. It is an invitation to shape the future of the logistics industry together with us. Our Hellmann culture is based on our four values: Caring, Entrepreneurial, Forward-Thinking and Reliable. These values resonate with yours? Then become part of our FAMILY that consists of around 10.000 employees in more than 200 locations worldwide.

For the better. Together.

.This position has a base compensation range of $80,000.00 to $100,000.00. In addition to this base compensation, you''ll benefit from our competitive health and welfare programs, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan, opportunities for tuition assistance, and incentive compensation for eligible positions. Salary determination considers your skills, experience, job location, internal pay equity and job architecture. Hellmann Worldwide Logistics regularly reviews our pay ranges against industry standards to ensure fairness.

The primary function of a Warehouse Manager is daily manpower planning, labor management and cost containment for the activities for the contract logistics department and the freight forwarding department within the multi-customer facility. Shipping and receiving activities are performed at a detailed level such that tracking and tracing may be at the SKU and serial number level, not just the quantity level.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Heads the following programs at facility: building maintenance, equipment maintenance, sanitation and safety
• Tracks, maintains and forwards issues related to assets to include handling equipment, storage media, building fixtures, IT equipment to include zebra printers and infrastructure, and maintenance of facility
• Stays abreast of customer scopes of work including; immediately elevate scope creep to management
• Plans layout of shop floor/storage media considering the size, characteristics and expected dwell time
• Maintains knowledge of proper methods for operating equipment to include forklifts, reach trucks, man-up, etc.
• Maintains knowledge WMS': query inventory, track transactions, run reports, operate RF scanners, etc.
• Provides accurate recording and retention of inventory and item movement; oversees inventory control activities to include cycle counts and physical inventories
• Maintains and reviews records to include bill of ladings goods receipts, packing lists (shipment manifest), tally sheets for accuracy and compliance with established procedures
• Traces history of SKUs received and stored to determine reasons for discrepancies and recommends remedial actions to resolve discrepancies for the future
• Assigns duties and examines employees' work for accuracy, neatness, and compliance to procedures
• Prepares composite reports from individual reports of subordinates
• Maintains harmony and equity among workers and resolve complaints
• Manages warehouse staff to include progressive discipline, employee payroll issues, and annual reviews
• Tracks and catalogs customer level labor and space utilized and provide to manager
• Develops and maintain efficient workflows, daily manpower plans and schedules
• Performs daily operational kickoff and manpower planning meeting with colleagues to effectively share resources to include floor space, staff and equipment
• Executes commercial billing for CLC clients according to respective SOP and related rate cards
• Ensure performance goals are set, performance is measured, and regular informal and formal feedback is provided to direct reports within assigned department
• Monitors and manages staffing levels and workload allocation across product team within assigned territory. This includes talent acquisition, furloughing, re-purposing, re-shifting, demotion, promotion, and severance
• Develops team and individuals within the team. Responsible for succession planning at agent, supervisor, and one's own level
• Verifies the accuracy and timeliness of warehouse budgeting and forecasting
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise up to twenty full time employees and as well as additional temporary employees when need arises

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability required.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Associate's degree (AA) from a two-year college; Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered in lieu of educational requirement
• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum seven years' leadership experience concentrated in a distribution center environment with an international third-party logistics company previous team leader and training experience
• Prior experience as TSA Screening Supervisor required
• Working knowledge of various warehouse tools and equipment required
• Basic proficiency in operating a warehouse hand-held device
• Forklift certification required
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems, basic inventory control, and domestic transportation documentation
• Completion of industry related course(s) is an asset
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ATTRIBUTES

• Financial acumen - understands business drivers
• Results-oriented - drives strategy and execution
• Leadership - demonstrates professionalism
• Customer-focused
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Time management and prioritization
• Ability to handle high-pressure environment
• Demonstrates teamwork
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Email and Internet
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, and interpret standard operating procedures and customer requirements in English
• Ability to read, comprehend and complete basic checklists, forms or other related documents typically found in a warehouse environment
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow safety policies and procedures
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division and knowledge of calculator use
• Ability to input data into a relational database is required
• Analytical skills / problem-solving ability
• Coaching skills - able to train, coach, and develop subordinates
• Willingness to work overtime hours and some weekends

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Stand, stoop, kneel, sit, crawl and walk for extended periods of time
• Push and pull loaded carts, pallet jacks and strollers
• Lift and carry cartons, materials and wooden pallets at a minimum of 25 pounds
• Use arms, hands, fingers and body to transport cartons, materials and wooden pallets
• Use of senses to include hearing, talking, touching, feeling and vision. Specific vision abilities required include seeing clearly in both near and far distances

Reasonable accommodations may be made to accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform this job.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The environment is safe provided proper measures and precautions are taken. The typical working environment includes the following:

• Working inside and outside of a warehousing and distribution facility
• Working inside and outside of trailers and containers
• Working around electrical or battery driven packaging machines and conveyors with moving parts
• Working around moving objects and vehicles
• Exposure to dampness, humidity and ambient temperatures
• Working in dark trailers, aisles or walkways until proper lighting is employed
• Slippery, wet or uneven surfaces.
• Use various manual material handling devices to include forklifts, dollies, and pallet jacks.

Inclusion and social diversity are firmly anchored values in our corporate culture. Regardless of gender, age, any disabilities, religion, ethnic origin or sexual identity: We are looking forward to meeting you!

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