Warehouse Manager (ConTech Lighting)
Posted on Sep 20, 2024 by Leviton Manufacturing
Northbrook, IL
Manufacturing
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
About Leviton:
At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next. It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.
Overview:
The Warehouse Manager at Northbrook, a Leviton Company, manages the inbound and outbound movement of goods and materials to provide high quality customer service at targeted cost levels. This individual manages the Distribution warehouse operations, directs the negotiation and optimization of freight cost and terms consistent with customer service requirements and instills a culture of continuous improvement. They ensure effective communications and coordination with customer service, sales, purchasing and scheduling/production departments. The position reports to the Senior Operations Director.
Responsibilities:
Operate the finished goods and component inventories to optimize flow of goods into and out of the warehouses
Provide patterning and location management
Maintain inventory accuracy, stock rotation plans, and direct cycle counting
Work with product planning to provide a 3-6 month rolling capacity plan, which includes consideration of plant storage capacity, manpower needs, and supply chain flow and costs
Research and identify the best material handling technology for our needs and plan its acquisition
Recommend capital investments with an ROI that meets Company standards
Work directly with customers as required, to ensure the company meets it commitments for on-time shipping
Plan and provide for skill-ready personnel for all departments within a single or multi shift capacity plan
Ensure that people understand the department standards, expectations and procedures, their roles in the various teams and the customer service requirements of the company
Provide annual assessment and performance feedback to all employees
Ensure compliance with company human resources policies
Provide safety and skill training to all personnel consistent with their roles in the organization
Provide a safe work environment equal to or better than industry standards for all departments
Investigate accidents and take corrective action as required to minimize the risk of future accidents
Ensure constructive feedback from employees and participation in continuous improvement activities
Manage external distribution warehouses, including stocking levels and inventory accuracy
Manage finished goods inventory turns
Manage inventory accuracy
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
BS in Business or related field
Five or more years of experience managing warehouse operations, specifically managing flow in a facility with 15-25 docks, with 5000 or more SKU's and high turnover of goods and components
Three or more years of experience selecting, negotiating and managing freight carriers and carrier performance
Must have worked in a computerized warehouse environment
Skills & Abilities
Ability to work under pressure Excellent inter-departmental communicator
Good oral/written communication skills
Ability to get along with diverse personalities, good reasoning abilities and sound judgement
Should be a self-starter with good organizational skills and be flexible
Politeness, confidence, tact, patience, and diplomacy while dealing with complex problems
Motivational, listening, and problem-solving skills
Determine the most efficient and economical routing and mode of transportation for outbound shipments, inbound receipts and shipments to and from remote warehouses
Work with purchasing to determine cost effective freight terms for inbound receipts
Select carriers for both inbound and outbound traffic
Develop routing guidelines
Track and manage carrier performance
Manage freight quotation for inbound and outbound transportation, including ground, air and ocean freight
Negotiate with transportation companies to create the best value for the company
Establish and evaluate methods for loading/unloading, warehousing and packaging to provide cost savings and delivery efficiencies
Manage freight billing audit/review and freight claim recoveries It is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position
Leviton is an AA/EEO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
What We Offer:
Comprehensive benefits include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
401K plans with employer-matching contributions
Tuition reimbursement
PTO
Paid holidays
Volunteer time off
For more information about benefits, please go to:
Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
The future looks brighter than ever. Join our team now!
Salary Range:
$77,221
At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next. It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.
Overview:
The Warehouse Manager at Northbrook, a Leviton Company, manages the inbound and outbound movement of goods and materials to provide high quality customer service at targeted cost levels. This individual manages the Distribution warehouse operations, directs the negotiation and optimization of freight cost and terms consistent with customer service requirements and instills a culture of continuous improvement. They ensure effective communications and coordination with customer service, sales, purchasing and scheduling/production departments. The position reports to the Senior Operations Director.
Responsibilities:
Operate the finished goods and component inventories to optimize flow of goods into and out of the warehouses
Provide patterning and location management
Maintain inventory accuracy, stock rotation plans, and direct cycle counting
Work with product planning to provide a 3-6 month rolling capacity plan, which includes consideration of plant storage capacity, manpower needs, and supply chain flow and costs
Research and identify the best material handling technology for our needs and plan its acquisition
Recommend capital investments with an ROI that meets Company standards
Work directly with customers as required, to ensure the company meets it commitments for on-time shipping
Plan and provide for skill-ready personnel for all departments within a single or multi shift capacity plan
Ensure that people understand the department standards, expectations and procedures, their roles in the various teams and the customer service requirements of the company
Provide annual assessment and performance feedback to all employees
Ensure compliance with company human resources policies
Provide safety and skill training to all personnel consistent with their roles in the organization
Provide a safe work environment equal to or better than industry standards for all departments
Investigate accidents and take corrective action as required to minimize the risk of future accidents
Ensure constructive feedback from employees and participation in continuous improvement activities
Manage external distribution warehouses, including stocking levels and inventory accuracy
Manage finished goods inventory turns
Manage inventory accuracy
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
BS in Business or related field
Five or more years of experience managing warehouse operations, specifically managing flow in a facility with 15-25 docks, with 5000 or more SKU's and high turnover of goods and components
Three or more years of experience selecting, negotiating and managing freight carriers and carrier performance
Must have worked in a computerized warehouse environment
Skills & Abilities
Ability to work under pressure Excellent inter-departmental communicator
Good oral/written communication skills
Ability to get along with diverse personalities, good reasoning abilities and sound judgement
Should be a self-starter with good organizational skills and be flexible
Politeness, confidence, tact, patience, and diplomacy while dealing with complex problems
Motivational, listening, and problem-solving skills
Determine the most efficient and economical routing and mode of transportation for outbound shipments, inbound receipts and shipments to and from remote warehouses
Work with purchasing to determine cost effective freight terms for inbound receipts
Select carriers for both inbound and outbound traffic
Develop routing guidelines
Track and manage carrier performance
Manage freight quotation for inbound and outbound transportation, including ground, air and ocean freight
Negotiate with transportation companies to create the best value for the company
Establish and evaluate methods for loading/unloading, warehousing and packaging to provide cost savings and delivery efficiencies
Manage freight billing audit/review and freight claim recoveries It is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position
Leviton is an AA/EEO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
What We Offer:
Comprehensive benefits include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
401K plans with employer-matching contributions
Tuition reimbursement
PTO
Paid holidays
Volunteer time off
For more information about benefits, please go to:
Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
The future looks brighter than ever. Join our team now!
Salary Range:
$77,221
Reference: 202035151
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Warehouse Manager (ConTech Lighting)
Posted on Sep 20, 2024 by Leviton Manufacturing
Northbrook, IL
Manufacturing
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
About Leviton:
At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next. It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.
Overview:
The Warehouse Manager at Northbrook, a Leviton Company, manages the inbound and outbound movement of goods and materials to provide high quality customer service at targeted cost levels. This individual manages the Distribution warehouse operations, directs the negotiation and optimization of freight cost and terms consistent with customer service requirements and instills a culture of continuous improvement. They ensure effective communications and coordination with customer service, sales, purchasing and scheduling/production departments. The position reports to the Senior Operations Director.
Responsibilities:
Operate the finished goods and component inventories to optimize flow of goods into and out of the warehouses
Provide patterning and location management
Maintain inventory accuracy, stock rotation plans, and direct cycle counting
Work with product planning to provide a 3-6 month rolling capacity plan, which includes consideration of plant storage capacity, manpower needs, and supply chain flow and costs
Research and identify the best material handling technology for our needs and plan its acquisition
Recommend capital investments with an ROI that meets Company standards
Work directly with customers as required, to ensure the company meets it commitments for on-time shipping
Plan and provide for skill-ready personnel for all departments within a single or multi shift capacity plan
Ensure that people understand the department standards, expectations and procedures, their roles in the various teams and the customer service requirements of the company
Provide annual assessment and performance feedback to all employees
Ensure compliance with company human resources policies
Provide safety and skill training to all personnel consistent with their roles in the organization
Provide a safe work environment equal to or better than industry standards for all departments
Investigate accidents and take corrective action as required to minimize the risk of future accidents
Ensure constructive feedback from employees and participation in continuous improvement activities
Manage external distribution warehouses, including stocking levels and inventory accuracy
Manage finished goods inventory turns
Manage inventory accuracy
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
BS in Business or related field
Five or more years of experience managing warehouse operations, specifically managing flow in a facility with 15-25 docks, with 5000 or more SKU's and high turnover of goods and components
Three or more years of experience selecting, negotiating and managing freight carriers and carrier performance
Must have worked in a computerized warehouse environment
Skills & Abilities
Ability to work under pressure Excellent inter-departmental communicator
Good oral/written communication skills
Ability to get along with diverse personalities, good reasoning abilities and sound judgement
Should be a self-starter with good organizational skills and be flexible
Politeness, confidence, tact, patience, and diplomacy while dealing with complex problems
Motivational, listening, and problem-solving skills
Determine the most efficient and economical routing and mode of transportation for outbound shipments, inbound receipts and shipments to and from remote warehouses
Work with purchasing to determine cost effective freight terms for inbound receipts
Select carriers for both inbound and outbound traffic
Develop routing guidelines
Track and manage carrier performance
Manage freight quotation for inbound and outbound transportation, including ground, air and ocean freight
Negotiate with transportation companies to create the best value for the company
Establish and evaluate methods for loading/unloading, warehousing and packaging to provide cost savings and delivery efficiencies
Manage freight billing audit/review and freight claim recoveries It is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position
Leviton is an AA/EEO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
What We Offer:
Comprehensive benefits include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
401K plans with employer-matching contributions
Tuition reimbursement
PTO
Paid holidays
Volunteer time off
For more information about benefits, please go to:
Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
The future looks brighter than ever. Join our team now!
Salary Range:
$77,221
At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next. It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.
Overview:
The Warehouse Manager at Northbrook, a Leviton Company, manages the inbound and outbound movement of goods and materials to provide high quality customer service at targeted cost levels. This individual manages the Distribution warehouse operations, directs the negotiation and optimization of freight cost and terms consistent with customer service requirements and instills a culture of continuous improvement. They ensure effective communications and coordination with customer service, sales, purchasing and scheduling/production departments. The position reports to the Senior Operations Director.
Responsibilities:
Operate the finished goods and component inventories to optimize flow of goods into and out of the warehouses
Provide patterning and location management
Maintain inventory accuracy, stock rotation plans, and direct cycle counting
Work with product planning to provide a 3-6 month rolling capacity plan, which includes consideration of plant storage capacity, manpower needs, and supply chain flow and costs
Research and identify the best material handling technology for our needs and plan its acquisition
Recommend capital investments with an ROI that meets Company standards
Work directly with customers as required, to ensure the company meets it commitments for on-time shipping
Plan and provide for skill-ready personnel for all departments within a single or multi shift capacity plan
Ensure that people understand the department standards, expectations and procedures, their roles in the various teams and the customer service requirements of the company
Provide annual assessment and performance feedback to all employees
Ensure compliance with company human resources policies
Provide safety and skill training to all personnel consistent with their roles in the organization
Provide a safe work environment equal to or better than industry standards for all departments
Investigate accidents and take corrective action as required to minimize the risk of future accidents
Ensure constructive feedback from employees and participation in continuous improvement activities
Manage external distribution warehouses, including stocking levels and inventory accuracy
Manage finished goods inventory turns
Manage inventory accuracy
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
BS in Business or related field
Five or more years of experience managing warehouse operations, specifically managing flow in a facility with 15-25 docks, with 5000 or more SKU's and high turnover of goods and components
Three or more years of experience selecting, negotiating and managing freight carriers and carrier performance
Must have worked in a computerized warehouse environment
Skills & Abilities
Ability to work under pressure Excellent inter-departmental communicator
Good oral/written communication skills
Ability to get along with diverse personalities, good reasoning abilities and sound judgement
Should be a self-starter with good organizational skills and be flexible
Politeness, confidence, tact, patience, and diplomacy while dealing with complex problems
Motivational, listening, and problem-solving skills
Determine the most efficient and economical routing and mode of transportation for outbound shipments, inbound receipts and shipments to and from remote warehouses
Work with purchasing to determine cost effective freight terms for inbound receipts
Select carriers for both inbound and outbound traffic
Develop routing guidelines
Track and manage carrier performance
Manage freight quotation for inbound and outbound transportation, including ground, air and ocean freight
Negotiate with transportation companies to create the best value for the company
Establish and evaluate methods for loading/unloading, warehousing and packaging to provide cost savings and delivery efficiencies
Manage freight billing audit/review and freight claim recoveries It is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position
Leviton is an AA/EEO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
What We Offer:
Comprehensive benefits include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
401K plans with employer-matching contributions
Tuition reimbursement
PTO
Paid holidays
Volunteer time off
For more information about benefits, please go to:
Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
The future looks brighter than ever. Join our team now!
Salary Range:
$77,221
Reference: 202035151
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