Customer Site Manager

Founded in 1981, Lanter Delivery Systems is a national logistics company and a leader in overnight, unattended delivery of auto, agricultural and industrial parts from their customer's distribution centers to dealer locations. In the 21st century we live in a business culture that demands cost and logistical efficiencies combined with increased productivity. Lanter's strategic, process driven approach has been embraced by the marketplace and is setting new standards in the automotive and agricultural manufacturing marketplace. We see a bright future on the road before us and we are very excited about bringing our solutions to a variety of new industries.

The Ideal Candidate Will Embody Our Company's Non-Negotiables

• Walk in Humble Confidence - We are experts at what we do, but we never assume we know everything.
• Be Open, Honest and Respectful - We say what has to be said in a tactful, courteous way.
• Be Fearless - We never fail, we only learn.
• We are One Team - We achieve more together by collaboration and consensus.
• Delivery on Commitments - We do what we say we will do.
• We have a Passion to Serve - We are dedicated, hardworking individuals who provide exceptional service to our customers and to each other.
• We put Safety First - We prioritize the safety of our team members and customers above all else in our business.
• We Strive for Operational Excellence - We are dedicated to a culture of continuous improvements, driving quality and productivity.
  
  

The Customer Site Manager oversees dock operations at a Customer specific parts distribution center to ensure all outgoing freight is processed on-time and error free while monitoring compliance with safety standards.

This position requires up to 25% travel.

Key Deliverables

• Display a positive attitude and provide courteous, friendly service to all internal team members and external clients by responding promptly and efficiently to inquiries, requests, and complaints.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Lanter Delivery Systems Non-Negotiables and apply the concepts daily.
• Communicate directly with Customer management team regarding dock issues, shipment expectations or parts services issues/concerns.
• Coach, motivate, and empower team members and co-workers to perform to the best of their abilities and continuously develop in their assigned tasks and duties ensuring procedures and policies are being followed. Coach team members as needed, praising, and reinforcing positive behaviors to encourage repeat performance as well as redirecting behaviors to stop negative performance. Document interactions in a timely manner.
• Have regular one-on-one conversations with each direct report, discussing overall performance as well as team members goals. Provide training and support as needed to ensure continued growth.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and development of team members, ensuring they have the tools and resources needed to be successful.
• Ensure carrier providers are meeting expectations by picking up and delivering freight on time and error free according to customer specifications.
• Lead and manage continuous improvement projects.
• Generate daily customer reports.
• Communicate with transportation companies.
• Ensure effective and safe use of all warehouse equipment with training, manuals, and proper safety measures.
• Maintain documentation and keep accurate records of warehouse activities.
• Maintain awareness and knowledge of the condition and location of vehicles.
• Audit and report inventory while recommending which items to order and restock.
• Set warehouse and team goals with executive management and other team leads.
• Monitor workplace performance and lead training initiatives to improve individual and team effectiveness.
• Keep up to date on the latest federal and state safety regulations.
• Protect company assets and confidential information in accordance with company policies and procedures, including but not limited to client, team member, and proprietary company information.
  
  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies

• Strong written, verbal, and listening communication skills.
• Team and leadership focused.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills with an ability to prioritize tasks, set goals, and delegate as needed.
• Highly organized with a focus on details.
  
  

Position Type / Expected Hours Of Work

This is a full-time position; hours of work are typically Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00 am and 6:00 pm, averaging 45 hours per week, with an occasional night or Saturday based on the needs of the business. Evenings, overnights, and weekends are required based on location and needs of business.

Background And Experience

• Proven success in warehouse management.
• Ability to operate a forklift effectively.
• Strong knowledge of all Microsoft Office programs.
  
  

Work Environment

This job operates in a warehouse environment with unforgiving surfaces as well as hot and cold climates with a variety of noises and odors. Prolonged periods of standing and sitting with regular use of standard office equipment such as computers, copier, phone, filing cabinets and fax machine.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to stand and/or sit for long periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change per location based on business needs as well as change at any time with or without notice.

Lanter Delivery Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.