Job Information
ASR Group/Domino Sugar Warehouse Department Manager in Baltimore, Maryland
ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In the European Union, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England, Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®.
OVERVIEW
The Warehouse Manager is responsible for all operations of the Warehouse & Shipping department including the Bulk Loading Department. This person manages approximately 70 employees, salaried and hourly personnel, within a union setting. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a fast-paced, challenging environment in which achievement in driving change in culture, procedures, and measurable performance was attained.
DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Overall responsibility for product shipping by truck.
Optimization of facility layout and inventory management
Performance monitoring and reporting
Ensure compliance with safety standards and Good Manufacturing Practices
Departmental budgeting
Ensure Warehousing and Shipping areas are audit ready at all times
WORK EXPERIENCES
Minimum 7 years of Distribution and Logistics experience in a high volume operation of which at least 4 years must be in management
Familiarity with Key Performance Indicators in Logistics / Distribution / Customer Service
Experience with creating & maintaining various management reports & budgets
Experience in Warehouse/Distribution Center lay-outs
Accomplished results in Warehouse/Distribution Center performance improvement
Supervision experience in a union environment
Consumer Product Goods/ Retail Distribution industry experience is a plus
Demonstrated Experience with SAP preferred
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Management, or related area of study
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
Manages staff comprised of 6 supervisors and 60+ hourly employees
Ensures Labor Contract is followed by all employees, and reports any potential violation
Review performance for salaried employees and identify training needs
Review and issue disciplinary measures according to the Labor Contract and Company Policy
ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)
Self-starter with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
The ability to make decisions, problem solve, prioritize assignments, and direct the workforce in a constantly changing environment
Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills with the ability to drive change
Results oriented with a focus on customer service
Skilled in Inventory Control, Facility Management, Warehouse Material Handling, Receiving/Shipping procedures and controls
Must have a working knowledge of warehousing software, ideally SAP and EWM
MS Office (Excel / Word / Email) proficiency required
LOCATION OF ROLE
Baltimore, MD
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.