WAREHOUSE SHIPPING AND RECEIVING MANAGER (JN -062025-398476) Wixom, Michigan
Salary: | USD65000 - USD70000 per year |
WAREHOUSE SHIPPING AND RECEIVING MANAGER
Our client is seeking a hands-on Warehouse Shipping and Receiving Manager to lead and coordinate all inbound and outbound logistics operations. This position plays a key role in ensuring on-time deliveries, accurate inventory handling, and compliance with domestic and international shipping requirements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
WAREHOUSE SHIPPING AND RECEIVING MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee daily shipping and receiving operations to meet production and customer deadlines
- Manage, train, and schedule warehouse staff; conduct performance evaluations
- Ensure all outgoing shipments meet specifications and are properly documented
- Supervise receipt of goods, verifying quantity, quality, and condition of materials
- Coordinate international shipments, including air and sea freight, customs paperwork, and tariff tracking
- Maintain accurate records such as BOLs, packing slips, PODs, and invoices
- Enter shipment details into customer portals and internal systems
- Track and manage freight costs; negotiate rates with carriers and identify savings
- Enforce warehouse safety standards and ensure forklift certifications are up to date
- Collaborate with production, supply chain, and customer service teams to ensure smooth operations
- Implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
WAREHOUSE SHIPPING AND RECEIVING MANAGER REQUIREMENTS
- 3–5 years of shipping/receiving experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
- Background in manufacturing or similar warehouse environments
- Strong understanding of domestic and international logistics, customs, and documentation
- Experience with ERP and WMS platforms (e.g., Cin.7, Monday.com) and shipping software (FedEx, UPS)
- Forklift certification preferred; able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Work Environment:
- Warehouse and production floor setting with exposure to noise, temperature variation, and physical activity
- PPE provided and required (e.g., safety shoes, eyewear, hearing protection)
Leadership Competencies:
- Team leadership and conflict resolution
- Time management and delegation
- Commitment to continuous improvement
- Strong cross-departmental communication
- Proactive problem solving