Head of Shipping/Warehouse (m/f/d)

Job description

We are currently seeking a Shipping/Warehouse Department Manager (m/f/d) for our client in Schwäbisch Hall–Sulzdorf, to start immediately.

Benefits

• Long-term employment opportunity in a company in the region
• A wide range of discounts and exclusive employee offers through Corporate Benefits
• Very good chances of subsequent recruitment and permanent employment
• Fair pay according to the GVP tariff, including vacation and Christmas bonuses
• Professional and personal support from an ACTIEF contact person
• Free preventive medical checkups and work clothes provided

Tasks

• Overall responsibility for the management, organization, and development of the Warehouse and Shipping Department
• Planning, managing, and optimizing all warehousing, order-picking, and shipping processes
• Ensuring that orders are processed on time and that quality and safety standards are met
• Leadership, motivation, and employee development, including scheduling and performance management
• Analysis and continuous improvement of existing processes (Lean Management approach)
• Responsibility for inventory management, physical counts, and warehouse metrics
• Close collaboration with purchasing, production, sales, and transportation service providers
• Ensuring the proper use and further development of the ERP system within the area of responsibility
• Responsibility for the budget and costs within the department (depending on the company's structure)
• Implementation of and compliance with legal requirements and internal policies, particularly in the area of occupational safety

requirements

• Completed training in logistics, warehouse management, or freight forwarding, e.g., as a warehouse logistics specialist, warehouse clerk, or similar position
• Proficiency and experience in using ERP systems and standard Microsoft Office applications
• Strong leadership skills with experience in employee development and motivation
• Entrepreneurial mindset and a strong focus on costs and quality
• Ability to handle high pressure, ability to work well in a team, and strong communication skills
• Independent, structured and solution-oriented way of working
• Quick to grasp new concepts and highly effective at putting them into practice
• A good command of German within the team is more than enough for us: You can communicate confidently on a daily basis with customers, suppliers, and shipping companies, as well as with colleagues across departments.
• Serving as a role model in terms of workplace safety, quality, and performance orientation
• Ability to lead employees through motivation and performance-oriented actions