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Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:


We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Shipping Manager to oversee all

outbound logistics and distribution operations. This role is responsible for ensuring

accurate, timely, and cost-effective shipment of goods while maintaining compliance

with company policies and transportation regulations. The ideal candidate is a strong

leader with a focus on efficiency, process improvement, and customer satisfaction.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Shipping & Logistics Operations
    • Oversee daily shipping activities, including order fulfillment, packing, and dispatch
    • Ensure all shipments are processed accurately and delivered on schedule
    • Develop and implement efficient shipping procedures and workflows
    • Monitor shipping performance metrics and identify areas for improvement
    • Coordinate with warehouse, production, and sales teams to align shipping priorities


  • Carrier & Vendor Management
    • Negotiate rates and maintain relationships with carriers and freight providers
    • Select appropriate shipping methods based on cost, urgency, and product
    • requirements
    • Track shipments and resolve delays, damages, or lost goods
    • Ensure compliance with domestic and international shipping regulations


  • Team Leadership
    • Supervise and train shipping staff, including scheduling and performance management
    • Promote a safe and productive work environment
    • Establish clear goals and expectations for the team


  • Inventory & Documentation
    • Ensure accurate documentation for all shipments (e.g., bills of lading, packing slips, customs paperwork)
    • Collaborate with inventory teams to maintain accurate stock levels
    • Implement systems to track and report shipping data


  • Quality & Compliance
    • Enforce company policies and safety standards within shipping operations
    • Maintain compliance with relevant transportation laws and regulations
    • Conduct regular audits of shipping processes and documentation


  • Problem Solving & Customer Support
    • Address and resolve shipping issues quickly and effectively
    • Communicate with internal teams and customers regarding shipment status
    • Implement corrective actions to prevent recurring issues


  • Qualifications:
    • Proven experience in shipping, logistics, or supply chain management
    • Prior supervisory or management experience required
    • Strong knowledge of shipping procedures, carrier systems, and logistics software
    • Familiarity with domestic and international shipping regulations
    • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
    • Strong leadership and communication abilities


  • Preferred Qualifications:
    • Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) or ERP systems
    • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field


  • Work Environment:
    • Warehouse and office environment
    • May require standing, walking, and occasional lifting
    • Possible extended hours during peak shipping periods


Reporting Structure:

    • Reports to: Director of Finance

Numbers & Facts

LocationMatawan, NJ

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Auditingunmatched
  • Cargo/Freightunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Corporate Policiesunmatched
  • Corrective Actionunmatched
  • Customer Satisfactionunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Distribution Operationsunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
  • Financeunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Logistics Industry Softwareunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
  • Order Picking/Packingunmatched
  • Order/Customer Fulfillmentunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • People Managementunmatched
  • Performance Analysisunmatched
  • Performance Managementunmatched
  • Performance Metricsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Procedure Implementationunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
  • Resolve Customer Issuesunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Salesunmatched
  • Set Goalsunmatched
  • Shipping Documentsunmatched
  • Shipping Operationsunmatched
  • Shipping/Receivingunmatched
  • Staff Trainingunmatched
  • Supply Chain Managementunmatched
  • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Transportation Regulationsunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Managementunmatched
  • Warehouse Coordinationunmatched
  • Warehousingunmatched

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