Shipping & Warehouse/Logistics Manager
bluemedia
- Tempe, AZ
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Hire, train, and manage logistics and warehouse staff.
- Conduct performance evaluations and manage staff development effectively.
- Lead daily control meetings to identify and resolve operational issues.
- Oversee and manage all aspects of logistics and warehousing, ensuring rigorous inventory control, and efficient shipping and receiving practices.
- Maintain and update the 'Event Track' software to ensure accurate tracking of shipments for large events.
- Control daily operations, managing inventory logistics comprehensively.
- Manage all incoming shipments and receiving processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
- Organize and maintain warehouse operations, optimizing space and inventory management.
- Coordinate logistics for transporting products, maintaining constant communication with drivers and air partners for timely deliveries.
- Conduct root-cause analysis for operational failures and implement corrective actions.
- Report regularly to senior management about progress, challenges, and potential impacts on costs or schedules.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to continuously improve the supply-chain network.
- Ensure compliance with quality control, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Supervise daily warehouse activities, focusing on quality assurance and productivity.
- Schedule and oversee the warehouse team to maximize efficiency and minimize overtime.
- Meet regularly with operational leads to analyze productivity and devise actionable plans.
- Proven expertise in logistics and warehouse management, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong leadership, team management, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of delivering effective feedback and fostering a collaborative environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, warehouse management software, and project management tools such as Smartsheet.
- Analytical and adaptable, able to work under pressure and meet changing deadlines.
- Experience in logistics management for large-scale events is highly desirable.
- Must be flexible and willing to work the demands of the department which may be subject to evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field required.
- At least 7 years of experience in logistics and warehouse management, preferably with experience in managing large events.
- Forklift operation certification and a valid driver’s license are necessary.
- Multilingual abilities are an asset.
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods, as well as stand, walk, or move within a warehouse environment.
- Must be able to handle the physical requirements of the warehouse operations, including lifting items up to 70 lbs. when necessary.
- Travel required based on business needs.