Warehouse and Logistics Manager

Description

About us: We are proud of our family and community. We are in the Amish Country in Northern Indiana, part of a hardworking group of farmers we see as an extension of our family. These relationships help shape our strong Midwestern values, which are important to our company. Our commitment to these values and to continuous improvement keeps us a leader in the industry.

We are the only duck farm in North America with American Humane Certified™ status. Our White Pekin ducks grow up in spacious barns, where they roam freely, behave naturally, and have plenty of food and water. This helps keep our ducks healthy and happy. Their lean meat is a great protein choice for home cooks looking for a new and versatile ingredient for their families, and it is nutritious too!

Our mission: To provide the best value to our clients through quality products, honest people, industry-leading practices and a commitment to excellence in animal care and all we do

Core Values: Trust, Teamwork, Integrity, Commitment, and Respect

General Responsibilities/Job Summary 

We are seeking a skilled Distribution Logistics Warehouse Manager to oversee our warehouse operations, ensuring efficient and effective logistics processes. The ideal candidate will manage a team, ensuring that all aspects of warehouse management, Team Member Safety, inventory control, client service, and shipping/receiving are performed to the highest standards.

Job requirements:

Essential Functions/Duties 

· Oversee daily warehouse operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.

· Optimize warehouse layout and processes to improve productivity and minimize costs.

· Ensure safety protocols are followed and maintain a clean, organized warehouse environment.

· Monitor and manage inventory levels, ensuring accuracy and availability of stock.

· Implement inventory control systems to track product movement and reduce discrepancies.

· Conduct regular audits and cycle counts to maintain inventory integrity.

· Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to understand their needs and improve service quality.

· Address client inquiries and resolve issues related to order fulfillment and logistics.

· Collaborate with sales and lead client service teams to ensure alignment and satisfaction.

· Develop and manage logistics strategies to ensure efficient transportation and distribution of goods.

· Coordinate with suppliers and transportation providers to optimize delivery schedules and reduce costs.

· Monitor logistics performance metrics and implement improvements as necessary.

· Oversee all shipping and receiving activities to ensure timely and accurate processing of orders.

· Manage documentation and compliance for shipments, ensuring adherence to regulations and standards.

· Train and supervise staff in shipping and receiving procedures to maintain quality control.

Requirements

· Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or relevant experience.

· Minimum 5 years’ experience in warehouse and logistics management.

· Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.

· Forklift certified

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred but not required

· Proficient in warehouse management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Physical Demands

· Must be able to walk, bend, and stand for extended periods of time.

· Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance and 100 pounds with assistance. 

· Ability to safety ascend/descend stairs constantly.

· Ability to work in a wide range of working conditions including office, warehouse, cold storage and production floors.

· Conditions of production floor and warehouse may be cold, wet, loud and PPE is required.

· This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance: Must be able to pass E-Verify and MVR

Salary : $82,000 - $90,000