The Facility Manager will be responsible for leading the receiving & distribution operations of a cross-dock type facility, overseeing the receipt, sortation & outbound transportation for the distribution of office products, boxed paper, and other miscellaneous goods.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee transportation, distribution & maintenance operations performance

• Lead transportation & warehouse staff to deliver cost efficiency and high levels of service

• Setup warehouse layout & ensure efficient space utilization

• Initiate, coordinate and enforce optimal operational policies & procedures

• Adhere to all warehousing, handling, and shipping legislation requirements

• Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene, and security

• Experience recruiting and contracting 1099 Independent Contractors

• Liaise with clients, vendors & independent contractor drivers

• Plan work rotations, assign tasks appropriately and appraise results

• Recruit, select, orient, coach & motivate employees

• Produce reports & statistics regularly

• Other duties may be assigned

  Requirements

• Proven work experience as a warehouse manager

• Final Mile transportation experience

• Expertise in warehouse management procedures & best practices

• Proven ability to implement process improvement initiatives

• Leadership skills and ability to manage staff

• Strong decision making and problem solving skills

• Excellent communication skills

• BS Degree in logistics, supply chain management or business administration recommended.

  Work Environment/Conditions

  Work is performed in a warehouse environment with extensive team member and independent contractor contact and frequent interruptions. The team member must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.