Location: Covington,KY, USA
Audit and report inventory while making recommendations on which items to order and restock
* Manage warehouse associates, monitoring work and ensuring the safe use of warehouse equipment
* Establish warehouse practices and protocols to achieve an efficient warehouse
* Set warehouse and team goals in collaboration with executive management and other team leads
* Monitor workplace performance and lead training initiatives to improve employees
* Keep up-to-date on the latest federal and state safety regulations
* Communicate with other departments to ensure products are shipped in a timely manner
* Direct shipments and resolve logistical challenges by communicating with clients, transportation providers, manufactures and suppliers
* Strategize inventory volumes and warehouse capacity to maximize productivity
* Track the supply chain to dispatch employees according to the company timeline
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
* Excellent leadership skills, including the abilities to set goals, motivate and manage conflict
* Effective communication skills, including writing, speaking, and active listening
* Great interpersonal skills
* Good project management skills, including strong decision-making, problem-solving and strategic planning abilities
* Exceptional time management and organizational skills
REQUIREMENTS
* In-depth understanding of industry company best practices for the warehouse
* Familiarity with bookkeeping, inventory control practices and logistics
* Comfortable using inventory management software and other organizational computer applications
* Physical strength, stamina and the ability to walk or stand for long periods of time
QUALITIFICATIONS
* Minimum Associate's degree in Warehouse Management, Logistics, Business or related field (strongly preferred)
EDUCATION
* 3+ years of combined management experience in Warehousing or Third Party Logistics
EXPERIENCE