• Logistics Manager

    Kerry (IN)


    About Kerry

     

    Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

     

    About the role

     

    The Warehouse Manager for our Clark, NJ site will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of the warehouse. Responsibilities include inbound shipping of raw materials, outbound shipping and shuttles, scheduling and organizing orders. Must effectively communicate with both Plant Supply Chain, Corporate Supply Chain, customers and carriers.

    Key responsibilities

    1.Oversees the efficient operations and inventory of the plant, outside storage facilities and yard.

    2.Responsible for organizing the warehouse and the workflow.

    3.Maintaining inventory based on FIFO and assist in preventing customer service issues.

    4.Responsible for delivery of KPIs for warehouse and cost control.

    5.Assist in timely processing of orders, accuracy of pick-ups, quantity of pick-ups per employee and providing resources for cycle counts.

    6.Coordinate transportation carriers and performance through the utilization of TMS and ensuring all scheduled shipping and receiving appointments are timely and in support of production and customer requirements.

    7.Familiarity with OSHA guidelines for forklift use and general warehousing and insure these regulations are in place and enforced.

    8.Ensuring warehouse operations are appropriately staffed and employees are properly trained and certified to execute their duties.

     

    Qualifications and skills

     

    A minimum of 3-5 years experience in a manufacturing warehouse and distribution leadership role

     

    Bachelors Degree or Equivalent Work Experience in manufacturing warehouse management. Candidates should have previous work experience within a food manufacturing and distribution environment

     

    Demonstrated ability to lead change. Proven experience in various management/leadership positions. Demonstrated ability to be a champion for change.

     

    The recommended base compensation range for this position is: 108K Minimum - 150K Midpoint - 188K Maximum.