Shipping/Receiving Supervisor

UFP Industries • Athens, AL

3d

About The Position

The Shipping/Receiving Supervisor oversees scheduling and coordination of trucks and drivers according to customer requests and in compliance with DOT regulations and company rules. The role controls departmental expenses, develops solutions to issues, notifies drivers of assignments, and reviews and verifies driver logs and database information.

The supervisor manages inbound and outbound loads, coordinates shipping and receiving activities with sales, production, and shipping/receiving personnel, and arranges transportation with common carriers and other freight companies. The role also manages internal equipment and drivers, handles transportation-related questions and problems, and maintains shipping data, reports, and required documentation.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience as a Production Manager or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of UFP's organization, culture, and product lines are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and schedule inbound and outbound loads and coordinate with sales and production.
• Coordinate proper loading and shipping orders with shipping/receiving personnel.
• Arrange loads shipped by common carrier with outside freight companies.
• Ensure inbound product is stored properly.
• Determine transportation modes and select appropriate carriers.
• Negotiate transportation service rates.
• Coordinate order routing and dispatch carriers with orders and delivery instructions that meet customer receiving times.
• Ensure internal and external paperwork complies with Universal and DOT regulations and procedures.
• Establish delivery and receiving appointments and carrier loading times.
• Manage internal company equipment and drivers.
• Answer questions and resolve supplier and customer problems related to transportation.
• Document order shortages, investigate their causes, and notify carriers to seek compensation or resolve customer issues with sales assistance.
• Audit and approve freight bills for payment.
• File claims for inventory loss or damage and notify plant management.
• Respond to and act on calls to trace or expedite orders.
• Prepare reports and correspondence as required.
• Manage data in the data system.
• Perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed