What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Manager – Tobyhanna, PA position at Regency Transportation?
SUMMARY: Manages and coordinates all warehouse activities, operations, and staff to ensue conformance to established procedures; implements practices that improve the effectiveness and financial performance of the supply chain.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manages all warehouse activities in support of manufacturing operations including but not limited to receiving, storing, picking, and shipping materials.
- Reviews, analyzes, modifies, and implements efficient and effective department processes, policies, and procedures.
- Maintains strict inventory control.
- Ensures accurate and timely shipments and receipts.
- Enforces established safety guidelines; promotes a safe workplace.
- Maintains accurate records and metrics; audits as necessary.
- Performs quarterly and/or annual physical inventories; provides inventory reports.
- Processes returned, rejected, and obsolete parts.
- Establishes and maintains professional communication with vendors.
- Develops, implements, and monitors department budget; manages expenses within approved budget constraints.
- Identifies, documents, and implements opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Maintains a working knowledge of all operating systems pertaining to the work area.
- Hires, trains, supervises, motivates, and develops warehouse staff; manages schedules and workflow.
- Assigns duties and monitors quality of work; assures staff conforms to organizational policies and procedures and government regulations.
- Provides day-to-day guidance and oversight of subordinates; actively works to promote and recognize performance.
- Keeps up to date on overall activities of the team, identifying problem areas and taking corrective actions.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Directly and indirectly supervises 5-10 employees within the warehouse.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
- Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) in related field or equivalent
- Two to four years related experience or equivalent.
- Proficient on Word, Excel, Microsoft and Acellos, SAP a plus.
- Strong inventory control skills.
- Knowledge of warehouse operations best practices.
- Demonstrated proficiency in supervising and motivating subordinates
- Commitment to excellence and high standards
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Basic competence in subordinates’ duties and tasks
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Ability to manage priorities and workflow
- Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
- Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees
- Proven leadership and business acumen skills
- Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.
- Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
- Bilingual skills a plus.
- Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions
- Ability to perform the physical labor necessary
- Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.
Regency Transportation and Warehousing are equal employment opportunity employer.
