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Sauer Brands, Inc.

WAREHOUSE MANAGER

Sauer Brands, Inc., Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214


1700 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA

Req #1764Tuesday, August 20, 2024We are hiring Rockstars to join our Sauer Brands team!Overall Goal of Position:Provide leadership for all warehouse functions fully supporting factory operations and customer fill rate.Job SummaryThe Warehouse Manager for Sauer Brands, Inc., is responsible for the day to day management of shipping, receiving and warehouse team member development.This includes:Warehouse Optimization

Warehouse layout and flow are structured for maximum efficiency based on velocityAll SQF/GMP requirements are met for storage of materials/finished goodsSBI safety policies are met/enforced

Implements best practices to achieve and maintain warehouse efficiency standardsRemoves barriers preventing perfect order fulfillmentInventory Control

Develops and implements systems to ensure accurate transaction/maintenance of inventory

Transportation

Works closely with Transportation team to coordinate outbound/inbound loads to/from warehouses and resolve discrepancies as they ariseInstrumental in maintaining outbound throughput through use of Dock SchedulerMaintains local fleet of trucks/trailers including maintenance coordination and maintenance of all DOT required documentation

Warehousing and transportation activities as assignedThe Warehouse Manager will oversee all warehouse operations for the Richmond production site working quickly to identify and mitigate constraints that risk impacting production operations and customer order fulfillment. This role will execute special projects and initiatives as assigned, accept safety as a condition, and support both factory operations and customer fill rate. Furthermore, the candidate must embrace and support the building of the Sauer Brands Recipe.Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesManage warehouse operations for the Richmond production site

Optimize warehouse operations to support manufacturing and business goals

Drive effective warehouse practicesIdentify cost savings opportunities

Actively seek out opportunities to reduce costs/maximize efficiencies through operational improvement identificationDemonstrate excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skillsIdentify waste and seek opportunities for cost reduction

Work cross-functionally with the Production Team, Transportation, Inventory Control, and other Supply Chain/Operations staff

Proactively work across departments to eliminate barriers and reduce impact to customers

Leadership

Lead staff with a servant leader perspective

Manage and control inventory

Optimize inventory following lean manufacturing principlesDrive warehouse inventory consistent with established KPIsParticipate in physical inventory events (generally year-end)Support SBI cycle counting initiatives

Culture Building

Act as a servant leaderWork in a customer-centric mannerRepresent the company positively through supplier relationsPromotes safety as a conditionSupport the Business Unit Supply Chain Manager as necessary with any special projects or necessary research

Performance Standards (the criteria used to evaluate performance)OTIF

Orders loaded accurately, on time and within allotted load time

Cost Control/Cost Savings

Meet/assist meeting defined KPIs for cost control savings

Transportation SpendInventory Optimization

Culture Support/Building

Fully support Safety Initiatives at SBIParticipation in safety activities (active in meetings, Safety MyVoice, and Training)Promote safety as a conditionOrganizational Health KPIs

Objectives and Behavioral Expectations

Leadership and contribution to the overall success of SBIPersonal Effectiveness-meeting timelines and productivity requirements (quantity and quality of work)Personal interaction, communication, and teamwork with internal and external parties, consistent with OurRecipe@SauerBrands

Characteristic Requirement:Professional DemeanorCustomer-centric mindsetOutgoing, energetic, and results-oriented personalitySelf-Confident in abilitiesTake responsibility for actionsCommunicate clear, concise facts comfortablySmart, creative and inquisitiveIntegrity-Does the right thing even when no one is lookingDisciplined approach and accountability for KPIsNo excuses mindset. Accountable and reliableDependable team player with a positive attitudePassion for the organization, and attention to detailsPersonal values that mesh with SBI valuesDetailed orientedSkills Requirement:Proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPointAbility to work and thrive under time constraints and juggle/prioritize responsibilitiesStrong warehouse management accumenHighly organizedExcellent written and verbal communication skillsTeam-oriented, collaborative, and flexibleStrong problem-solving skillsEducation and Experience Requirement:College Degree Required (Business/Supply Chain preferred)5+ Years of experience in Warehousing preferredProven management and/or supervisory experienceExperience with ERP System(s), Oracle (Peoplesoft) preferredExperience with TMS/WMS systemsPerformance History Requirement:Documented history of making improvements in assigned work area/responsibilitiesStellar references based on contributions and performance1700 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA

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