Warehouse Manager

Description

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Role Overview:

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Warehouse Manager will be responsible for inventory management, including the development of minimum inventory levels, ordering of parts to support warehouse functions as well as overall management of inbound and outbound shipping and receiving. The candidate will effectively interact and communicate with department heads to ensure accurate coordination of warehouse activities.  

The ideal candidate for this position will have experience managing a warehouse and warehouse staff, work well independently, and within a team. They should be well organized and have a strong attention to detail.

Job Duties:

• Establish operational procedures for activities such as verification of incoming and outgoing shipments, handling, and disposition of materials, and keeping warehouse inventory current.
• Inspects physical condition of warehouse and equipment and make recommendations for improvement as needed.
• Prepare work orders and submit requisitions for repairs or replacement of equipment.
• Confer with department heads to ensure coordination of warehouse activities are aligned with other functions such as production, sales, inventory control, and purchasing.
• Participates in planning personnel safety and plant protection activities.
• Review and develop strategies to reduce all slow moving and obsolete inventories.
• Plans and administers continuous inventory audits to support finance in department budgeting.
• Safeguard warehouse operations and contents by establishing and monitoring security procedures and protocols.
• Manage implementation and maintenance of new technology for fleet and inventory tracking.
• Work closely with Planning and Operational departments to insure cohesive and timely flow of finished goods.
• Manage warehouse inbound and outbounds with the logistic team. Ensure that the warehouse capacity is optimized as per the factory requirements.
• Manage track and order new supplies in a timely manner.
• Make suggestions and implement changes for productivity improvements.
• Optimize employee workflow by managing the scheduled inbound and outbound shipment. Consider warehouse and forklift capacities and communicate changes to the impacted parties and workflows.
• Determine and track warehouse Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including but not limited to Inbound and Outbounds product amounts, warehouse occupancy, total delivers and customer requirements.
• Contributes towards all safety initiatives inclusive of designing customized action plans for various Food Safety and Quality scenarios.
• Follows all requirements of ISO, SQF, Safety, Hygiene and Environmental.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications: 

• Bachelors' degree is required, Business Administration or Logistics is preferred.
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) to handle logistical operations is required. SAP knowledge is highly desired.
• Five (5-7) years of experience in a Warehouse leadership role is required, Supervisor or higher is preferred. Experience in food industry is preferred.
• Must have a high level of competency with inventory systems management and advanced skills in spreadsheets and database experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft office suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook are required.
• Effective time-management, interpersonal, and communication skills are required.
• Experience in Warehouse management of multi products and multi SKUs is required.
• Certifications such as Hazard and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and International Standard Organization (ISO) are preferred.
• Bilingual, English and Spanish, is preferred

ofi provides employees with a comprehensive & competitive benefits package that is designed to support your career, health, and future. A Rewarding Career Awaits!     

The pay for this role in the state of NJranges from $116,000 - $136,000 and is based on position responsibilities and geographic location. Actual pay within this range may be determined based on candidate’s experience, qualifications and/or other determining factors.

Performance-based Bonuses: Discretionary bonus rewarding company performance as well as your contributions and impact, for eligible roles. 

Comprehensive & Affordable Benefits: Coverage for you (and your eligible dependents) with plans designed for peace of mind and savings for the future. 

A Culture of Well-being: Paid Volunteer time off, access to events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being for you and your family. 

Family Support: Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits and lactation support, including milk shipping for traveling employees.  

Additional Perks That Make a Difference: 

• Vacation time from Day 1 – Your time off starts accruing immediately, growing with your tenure. 
• Paid Sick Leave –   Rest, recover, and return strong – with paid sick leave on ofi. 
• Company Paid Holidays – ofi values work-life balance and the importance of celebrating life’s special moments. 
• 401K Match on Day 1 – Invest in your future with our competitive retirement savings program. 
• Career Growth & Learning – Join a company committed to developing talent, fostering innovation, and creating meaningful opportunities. 

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. 

 ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: 

US-Talent.Acquisition@ofi.com

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.