Shipping Manager

Smurfit Westrock • Deer Park, NY

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About The Position

The Shipping Manager oversees daily shipping activities for outgoing products to customers. The role manages the transfer and shipment of products and materials, verifies and records information on incoming and outgoing shipments, and provides leadership to shipping personnel. The Shipping Manager schedules inbound and outbound loads, maximizes trailer utilization, and manages the trailer pool to reduce costs. The role also prepares management reports, coordinates courier rates, determines shipping priorities and delivery methods, and works with management and other departments to meet operational goals, support on-time delivery, and provide exceptional customer service.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• At least 3 years of production leadership experience.
• At least 3 years of logistics, industrial, or shipping experience.
• Ability to prioritize and manage tasks effectively.
• Focus on increasing customer satisfaction by ensuring obligations are met in a timely manner.
• Aptitude for calculating estimated costs associated with shipping and delivery functions.
• Ability to recognize the importance of workplace safety, follow safety rules, use appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with managers, staff, and vendors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Schedule inbound and outbound loads and manage inbound and outbound shipments.
• Maximize trailer utilization and efficiently manage the trailer pool to reduce costs.
• Ensure shipping personnel work safely and contribute to a collaborative safety culture.
• Prepare daily and monthly management reports communicating critical shipping information.
• Coordinate and monitor courier rates, selecting the lowest rate to minimize shipping costs and remain within budget.
• Use knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates to determine shipping priorities and delivery methods, ensuring on-time delivery and exceptional customer service.
• Communicate with various levels of management and departments to ensure goals are accomplished.
• Oversee daily shipping functions, including the transfer of products and materials and verification and recording of incoming and outgoing shipment information.
• Provide leadership to shipping personnel.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting on day one.
• Employee discounts.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness program.
• Comprehensive training and learning and development opportunities.
• Attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED