Receiving Supervisor - Dispatcher

SUMMARY:

Supports and coordinates operations of the Receiving department, making key decisions regarding the unloading, intake, storage and distribution of goods as well as coordinating inbound trucks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Supervising the orderly stocking of all received products.

- Manage the trucking activities between all facilities and outside contractors or vendors to ensure timely pickup and delivery of intercompany mail, computer tapes, packaging and any other materials or supplies.

- Ability to successfully supervise receiving personnel in the unloading, data entry, storage and cycle counting of finished goods inventory.

- Coordinate with other supervisors/managers to ensure all operational activities are coordinated as an integrated whole.

- Ability to keep accurate records of all daily trucking activities.

- Ability to maintain inventory of finished goods in warehouses and trailers.

- Ability to keep inventory of trailers and truck tractors as well as inspections and maintenance records as well.

- Verifying received material with orders.

- Manage and improve functional areas and institute performance measures through use and interpretations of Continuous Improvement tools.

- Make decisions and solve problems by analyzing information and evaluating results to optimize production.

- Communicate product or material issues with appropriate individuals.

- Maintain department equipment to ensure proper and safe operations.  Maintain a safe work environment by ensuring employees follow safety compliance.

- Audit, maintain and ensure employee time-keeping and absentee records are accurate.

- Communicate company and departmental issues and goals and facilitate employee growth and development through weekly meetings, regular individual meetings, coaching and training.

- Manage employee performance and assist in coaching, mentoring and administering performance reviews.  Recommend, plan and/or implement employee training and skill development.

- Adhere to company policies, including attendance and punctuality.

- Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions including but not limited to confidentiality requiremen ts

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Lead and mentor the  Receiving Team

Qualifications

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

- Excellent attention to detail, time management skills and meeting deadlines

- Positive attitude and ability to handle highly confidential information

- Ability to reflect positive attitude and disciplined work ethic

- Ability to work independently

- High energy level

- Strong interpersonal skills

- Demonstrated experience in being a self-starter

- Ability to deal with internal/external customers with enthusiasm and professionalism

- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills are essential

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

- Required high school diploma or equivalent education.

- Secondary education a plus.

- Previous supervisory experience beneficial.

- Previous warehouse/distribution experience preferred

- High motivation and good organizational skills.

- Certification as forklift operator and use manual pallet jacks.

- Required good mathematics, reading, and communication skills;

- Valid Drivers License

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office and Dynamics 365.

- Higher Excel skills necessary.

- Strong verbal and written communication skills.

- Strong customer service skills required.

- Critical thinking – ability to devise plans of action and assess those plans regularly

- Ability to effectively handle multiple orders, people and many moving pieces with the DC

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to

stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  Generally, will work in conditioned office environment.

*The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer at any time with or without notice.

AA/EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without race, color, gender (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other protected characteristics. *