Opportunity summary: As Shipping Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing daily activities for shipping functions of all outgoing products to customers, managing all aspects of shipping and transferring product and materials, verifying and recording information on incoming and outgoing shipments, and providing leadership to shipping personnel.How you will impact WestRock
Schedule inbound and outbound loads/manage inbound and outbound shipments
Maximize trailer utilization and efficiently use trailer pool to reduce costs
Ensure subordinates work safely and contribute to a collaborative safety culture that drives results
Prepare daily and monthly management reports to communicate critical shipping information
Coordinate and monitor courier rates to select the lowest rate to minimize shipping cost and remain within budget
Utilize knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates to determine shipping priorities and methods for delivery to assure on-time delivery and exceptional customer service
Communicate with various levels of management and departments to ensure that goals are accomplished
What you need to succeed:
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
2 to 3 years of production leadership experience
3 to 4 years of logistics/industrial/shipping experience
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage tasks effectively
Focus on increasing customer satisfaction by ensuring obligations are met in timely manner
Aptitude to calculate estimated costs associated with the shipping/delivery functions
Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other managers, staff, and vendors
Proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Office- Excel, PowerPoint, Word
Well-developed oral and written communication skills
WestRock (NYSE:WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock's team members support customers around the world from locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at www.westrock.com.WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
