Warehouse Site Manager

Our Contract Logistics team in Urbana, OH is looking for a new Warehouse Site Manager

Your Role

The Site/Operations Manager is responsible for directing the daily activities of the distribution operations, including labor scheduling, supervision and the proper utilization of space, equipment and manpower. Key responsibilities include: Staffing, warehouse operations, maintenance of the KN Areas and equipment, implementation of quality, safety, security, housekeeping and sanitation programs, budgeting, P&L and customer service.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop and direct programs to ensure the efficient and cost-effective operation and utilization of the facility.
• Plan and schedule all logistics services including receiving, inspection, storing, delivery, handling returned/damaged goods, maintenance, and administrative activities to ensure customer requirements are met in an efficient manner, and in compliance with all applicable regulatory and quality standards.
• Plan long range labor needs based on sales forecasts and input from management.
• Make recommendations to Business Manager on programs to improve operations.
• Attend and when applicable host warehouse meetings.
• Interact with Business Manager and Warehouse Supervisor to establish goals.
• Develop a space utilization plan to meet prescribed cost and services standards.
• Monitor the space layout plan to ensure it continues to meet company standards.
• Develop and implement an effective product locator system and update as necessary.
• Direct the operations of the supervisor personnel to achieve prescribed objectives.
• Develop procedures to ensure the efficient operation and utilization of all operating equipment.
• Develop, implement and direct programs to ensure the safety and security of all personnel, equipment and property.
• Create and manage housekeeping program in warehouse.
• Ensure current and accurate inventory control.
• Assure that orders are picked and processed timely and within prescribed quality and performance levels.
• Ensure the accurate and timely preparation of reports regarding warehouse operations.
• Budgeting development with Business Manager/corporate guidance and support; P&L responsibility.
• Maintain employee awareness of and compliance to the Kuehne Nagel Quality, Safety & Health, Environment, and Security Management Systems, (QSHE).
•Maintain compliance to ISO 9001 and AS 9100/9120 Quality Management Systems as applicable.
• Coordinate and assist with internal and external QMS, Compliance, Customer and Operational audits.
• Ensure required training is provided to all employees in support of the QMS according to the Training Matrix.
• Ensure the updating of Work Instructions and Job Aids in support of the QMS.
• Ensure that discrepancies are documented using the appropriate reporting systems (TIPs, eCATS, QN’s).
• Interact and supply reporting as necessary with customer business leaders.

Your Skills and Experiences

REQUIREMENTS
• Must be fully vaccinated

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES
• Bachelor degree in business discipline or logistics preferred.
• Four years of management experience in a faced-paced logistics environment.
• Strong customer orientation and problem solving skills.
• Proven proficiency in an automated warehouse environment, working knowledge of WMS technologies.
• Successful track record in leadership and supervising the work of subordinates.
• Experience with aerospace industry standards and requirements a plus.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and AS 9100/9120 Quality Management Systems a plus.
• Successful communication - written and verbal.
• Establish priorities and multi-task.
• Possess professional business demeanor.

Good Reasons to Join

We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs and a highly dynamic global work environment. With over 76,000 employees at 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne Nagel Group is one of the world’s leading logistics companies