Shipping Operations Manager jobs in Iowa

Description

Tremendous opportunity to get involved with the industry leading trailer manufacturer.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Shipping Manager is a critical member of the manufacturing and transportation team.  Duties include supporting internal and external customers in day to day operations management, coordinating activities consistent with the company’s established goals, objectives and policies.  Support company operations by maintaining office systems and working with transportation/logistics leadership team.

KEY FUNCTIONS

• Plan and implement overall shipping strategy confirming all orders are loaded and shipped in a timely fashion ensuring on-time delivery.
• Use shipping software to organize and prioritize shipping activities making sure trailers are loaded properly according to company policy.
• Oversee the whole shipping process, making sure all packing materials are organized and prepared per company guidelines.
• Maintain shipping KPIs and goals ensuring the correct number of loads and trailers are shipped daily.
• Suggest solutions for process optimization to ensure safety goals and maximum amount of trailers are loaded properly.
• Inspect labels, Vin’s and barcodes to ensure accurate shipping.
• Supervise and oversee shipping team members and loading crews.  Build out and manage shift schedules and labor requirements. 
• Support and control shipping and distribution cost.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders (such as manufacturing, vendors, purchasing managers, suppliers etc.) 
• Identify shipping issues and implement corrective solutions in a timely manner.
• Oversee shipping activities, keeping shipment records and resolve damages and discrepancies with customers or vendors.
• Create and present reports for upper management.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS 

• Bachelors degree in closely related field preferred
• Will accept relatable experience or internships in-lieu of completed degree
• 5 plus years of combined manufacturing, shipping, inventory, and/or logistics experience with a focus on collaborative relationship building, customer service, and complete supply execution.
• Prior experience working in fast paced manufacturing, purchasing, logistics environment is highly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to work in a deadline-oriented environment; excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills required.
• System Experience:  Working with but not limited to TMS software, PeopleNet, Inbound/Outbound routing software, Excel, PowerPoint and other Supply Chain Modeling Software Solutions preferred.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
• Lean knowledge/experience preferred

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