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Shipping Manager

Employer
Lingua Franca
Location
New York City, New York (US)
Closing date
30 Apr 2021

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Function
Operations
Level
Entry Level / Assistant
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Job Details

Shipping Manager

We are looking for a Shipping Manager to join our team. As a Shipping Manager, you will be responsible for various tasks such as packaging, verifying content for shipping, receiving packages, ordering supplies, and leading and managing staff. 

A successful shipping manager is analytical, well-organized and excels in communication. They must be comfortable with paperwork and information systems and have great knowledge of shipping and receiving procedures. The goal is to ensure that the shipping processes are running smoothly and effectively.

Our brand is built on unrivaled customer relationships, exceptional communications, and an eagerness to thoroughly assist with a personal touch. We are a small business committed to fair trade, ethical labor practices, and the highest environmental standards. We are proud to use our brand as a platform to inspire change and aim to fill this role with an individual who is excited to grow with us! 

 

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Plan and implement overall shipping strategy
  • Use software to track, check, prioritize and route orders
  • Oversee the whole shipping process
  • Suggest solutions for process optimization
  • Inspect labels and barcodes
  • Supervise, train and oversee shipping team members
  • Build and maintain professional relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders (such as vendors, purchasing managers, suppliers etc.)
  • Negotiate better pricing
  • Identify shipping issues and implement solutions in a timely manner
  • Create and present reports for upper management
  • Direct the flow of packages from preparation to shipment
  • Resolve issues regarding shipped orders
  • Ensure compliance to legal regulations and company policies

 

Requirements and qualifications:

  • Knowledge of shipping procedures and documents
  • Experience managing teams
  • Experience with shipping software
  • Good leadership skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
  • Good time-management skills
  • Experience in using EDI and preparing shipping documents (e.g. ASN) a plus, but not required

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