Shipping Supervisor - Huber + Suhner Astrolab
WARREN, NJ 07059
About the Job
Summary of main purpose of this job:
Coordinates all functions related to all deliveries in accordance with applicable Quality Control Procedures and work instructions incl. packaging of products. Oversees the activities of shipping clerks to ensure accuracy and efficiency in processing all outgoing shipments.
Keyword: Shipping Supervisor
Required Experience:
Essential requirements of skills, experience, physical requirements etc.:
Education: Bachelor’s degree
Experience: minimum 3 years of supervisory experience
Skills:
- Effective and clear communication: written and oral
- Team Leadership skills
- Computer Skills (Excel, Label Software, ERP)
- Outbound Logistics (domestic and international)
- Bilingual preferred (English, Spanish)
- Understanding of Lean-Management principles a plus
Personal Qualifications:
- Knowledge of ERP Systems (SAP Preferred)
- General knowledge of Logistics Processes
- Ability to collaborate with forwarding agents
- Customer focus and an ability to deal with customers and peers with tact and diplomacy
- Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds
- Ability to prioritize and plan
- Ability to multi-task and problem solve
Physical/Mental Abilities:
- Must have the physical and mental abilities needed to perform all essential tasks listed; reasonable accommodations may be made to help the job holder perform essential tasks. Must be able to work and respond well under sometimes stressful and demanding work conditions.
Main tasks, duties, authorization limits and deputy functions:
- Oversee the activities of shipping clerks to ensure accuracy
- Responsible for preparing delivery documents, packing lists, shipping documents and proforma invoices
- Constantly oversees and actively manage delivery backlog and materials stored in shipping area
- Keeping up and maintaining Lean 5S in Shipping Area
- Acting as a SAP Key-User for Shipping Dept. during and after SAP-ERP implementation Project
- Assists and evaluates needs with shipping points, services, weights & freight permits and other information needed
- Coordinate with carriers and freight forwarders to schedule pick-up of goods
- Prepare shipments and documentation for UPS, FedEx and other carriers’ software or forms: including international shipments
- Interfaces with Order Fulfillment, Production and QC Departments to ensure all shipments meet customer delivery requirements
- Alerts Order Fulfillment department of any discrepancies in the orders
- Track exceptions between the shipping log and delivery report
- Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions
- All other duties as assigned
From: Huber + Suhner Astrolab
Source : Huber + Suhner Astrolab