What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping Manager position at Eagle Parts and Products?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized Shipping Manager to lead our logistics and distribution operations. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the end-to-end shipping processes, ensuring timely, accurate, and cost-effective delivery of products. Your leadership will drive efficiency in warehouse distribution, transportation planning, and freight management while maintaining compliance with safety regulations and industry standards. I
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate shipments: Schedule daily outbound shipments and customer pick-up requests. Coordinate directly with customers, dealers, sales staff, and the Administration team to prioritize sales orders, inventory transfers, and delivery instructions.
- Manage documentation: Prepare and verify shipping documentation, including picking slips, warehouse transfers, bills of lading, and customs forms, while ensuring compliance with domestic and international regulations.
- Manage carriers: Negotiate with or contact carrier representatives to arrange pick-ups, track shipments, and resolve delays or damages. Work to minimize overall logistics costs by effectively using company delivery resources and third-party carriers.
- Oversee packaging and loading: Ensure materials and equipment are properly packaged, labeled, and prepared for shipping. Ensure equipment is loaded and secured safely in delivery vehicles to reduce the risk of damage.
- Track inventory: Coordinate with the Administration team to ensure proper stock levels, document and track inventory movement, and maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment. Maintain inventory of necessary packaging and shipping materials.
- Optimize processes: Improve the pick, pack, and ship process through continuous improvement, effective training, process documentation, and coordination with all business departments.
Required Skills, Requirements, and Qualifications
- Experience: Five or more years of experience in shipping, logistics, or warehouse operations, including a minimum of two years in a leadership role with direct employee supervision.
- Education: High school diploma or GED required; two- or four-year college degree preferred.
- Software skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and carrier portals; experience with ERP software.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak French is a plus.
- Attributes: Excellent problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Physical requirements: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift and move up to 50 pounds.
- Certification: Forklift operator license required.
Pay: $24.95 - $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $34