Warehouse Associate

CBRE HV•Clinton Township, MI

20d

About The Position

As a CBRE Warehouse Associate in the Supply Chain function, you’ll assist with coordinating shipping and receiving tasks and help maximize the effectiveness of the organization’s supply chain. The role works closely with customers and internal and external project stakeholders to help Operations deliver projects on time and on budget. It also involves analyzing data to resolve complex problems, recommending techniques, and suggesting process improvements. The position requires physical activity, including stooping, standing, climbing, and frequent lifting of at least 50 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
3–4 years of job-related experience.
Ability to stoop, stand, climb, and frequently lift at least 50 pounds.
Comprehensive understanding of processes, procedures, systems, and concepts within the job function.
Ability to evaluate and communicate unusual or complex content concisely and logically.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Advanced organizational skills and an inquisitive mindset.
Advanced math skills, including the ability to calculate percentages, discounts, and markups.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

Prepare documents and shipping orders.
Pack, seal, and label materials for shipment using the most cost-effective shipping method.
Examine shipment contents and compare them with records to verify the accuracy of outgoing shipments.
Record shipment data, including weight, charges, space availability, damages, and discrepancies, for reporting, accounting, and record keeping.
Contact carrier representatives to arrange and provide instructions for shipping and delivery of materials.
Requisition and store shipping materials and supplies to maintain stock inventory.
Keep records of stock use and damage to stock-handling equipment.
Work with customers, subcontractors, engineers, designers, project managers, sales, shipping and receiving, and the panel shop to help Operations facilitate on-time and on-budget projects.
Gather and analyze data to identify and solve complex problems that arise with little or no precedent; recommend new techniques as appropriate.
Suggest improvements to existing processes and solutions to improve team efficiency.