Company Overview

Firestone Airide, specializes in air spring manufacturing and technology with a history of more than 80 years of research and development on technologically advanced air springs for the global marketplace. Firestone engineers air springs and related products for commercial trucks and trailers, cars, sport utility vehicles, light trucks, mini vans, motor homes, buses, agricultural equipment, rail and industrial applications.

Supply Chain & Procurement

The position is responsible to lead all functions related to the operation of a single Distribution Center for Firestone Airide. DCs are located on the same property as manufacturing plants that operate on a 24/7 basis and DC must support incoming finished goods put away and fulfill outbound customer orders with pick and pack processes. This position is the onsite lead for all operations in the DC from operating budget, inventory controls, to receiving and shipping.

• Troubleshoots all receiving and shipping complaints to find the cause, help resolve the issue, and prevent reoccurrence
• Audits incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure accuracy
• Leads a team of 2-4 salary logistic analysts and 10-12 hourly teammates
• Responsible for cycle counting and to lead any physical inventory process as required by policy
• Coordinates transportation logistics, deliveries, drivers, and including any required certifications, paperwork, etc
• Coordinate with Customer Service and manufacturing on a daily basis to ensure the highest level of customer service and on-time delivery are maintained
• Utilizes SAP system to accurately ship and label products
• Responsible to create operational financial budget annuallyManages warehouse resources, shipping supplies, and other consumables, including minor facility maintenance while staying within budget
• Assures that the highest standards are maintained for safety, housekeeping, and compliance with all government and company standards. Conduct and record regular safety meetings and training
• Ensures all materials are packed and labels properly per company or customers packaging specifications
• Leads continuous improvement projects as assigned
• Processes transactions utilizing RF technology and/or by identifying items on a paper pick ticket according to bin location, part number, and/or description, or other method used within the facility
• Provides leadership, guidance, and training in all warehouse functional areas, including shipping, receiving, warehousing, cycle counting, order picking, labeling, and material handling
• Maintains a satisfactory rating on Safety and Quality Audits
• Supervises assigned employees, including assessing and planning for overtime needs
• Utilizes current operating system (SAP) for shipping, receiving, cycle counting, picking, and back-order filling functions

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
• 5 years Experience working in a Distribution environment - Preferred
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills
• Minimum 4-yr degree in related field (Supply Chain, Logistics, Warehousing)– required
• Minimum of 3 years in a Supervisory/Management role – required
• SAP WM or EWM – preferred
• Microsoft software or ERP shipping/receiving experience required

Bachelor's degree; 6 y+ years of relevant experience including 3-5 years management or direct/indirect leadership experience
Or Master's degree; 4+ years of relevant experience including 2-4 years management or direct/indirect leadership experience

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Employment Eligibility

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