Shipping Supervisor

WestRock-posted about 1 year ago

Full-time • Mid Level

Milpitas, CA

1,001-5,000 employees

Paper Manufacturing

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As a Logistics Supervisor at WestRock, you will oversee the daily shipping operations, ensuring efficient management of outgoing products to customers. This role involves coordinating shipments, maximizing trailer utilization, and leading shipping personnel to foster a collaborative safety culture. You will also prepare management reports and communicate with various departments to meet shipping goals and enhance customer satisfaction.

Schedule inbound and outbound loads/manage inbound and outbound shipments
Maximize trailer utilization and efficiently use trailer pool to reduce costs
Ensure subordinates work safely and contribute to a collaborative safety culture that drives results
Prepare daily and monthly management reports to communicate critical shipping information
Coordinate and monitor courier rates to select the lowest rate to minimize shipping cost and remain within budget
Utilize knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates to determine shipping priorities and methods for delivery to assure on-time delivery and exceptional customer service
Communicate with various levels of management and departments to ensure that goals are accomplished

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required; Associates or Bachelors degree a plus
2 to 3 years of production leadership experience
3 to 4 years of logistics/industrial/shipping experience
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage tasks effectively
Focus on increasing customer satisfaction by ensuring obligations are met in a timely manner
Aptitude to calculate estimated costs associated with the shipping/delivery functions
Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other managers, staff, and vendors
Proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Office- Excel, PowerPoint, Word
Well-developed oral and written communication skills

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