Gaatu, Inc, an e-commerce auto parts distributor, is looking for a responsible, efficient individual with stellar leadership skills to manage warehouse distribution and 3PL. It is a full-time position located in Bolingbrook, IL.
Work Schedule - Monday - Friday - 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM (2nd Shift) with some overtime as needed. We also work occasionally on Saturday and Sunday and will require that management is present to assure coverage of the warehouse.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Oversee and coordinate daily warehouse activities such as receiving and storing goods, managing inventory levels, ensuring the efficient delivery of goods, distribution, supervising staff, and securing the warehouse.
- Meet warehouse operational standards by contributing warehouse information to strategic plans and reviews.
- Implement production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards.
- Resolve problems and identify warehouse system improvements.
- Maintain proper operational adherence to company’s SOP’s policies.
- Plan future capacity requirements.
- Resolve discrepancies regarding invoices, packing slips, and receiver reports.
- Logistics; Managing daily routes/schedules of shipments and deliveries.
- Ensure production and quality requirements are met according to company standards.
- Produce and maintain regular reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
- KPI Info, Employee Productivity, Inventory Analysis, etc.
- Manage and plan reduction on daily warehouse material and operational cost.
- Maintain and ensure high standards of safety throughout operations.
- Motivate, organize, and encourage teamwork within the workforce to ensure set productivity targets and daily shipping percentages are met.
- Train staff and monitor their performance and progress.
- Deliver, fulfill objectives and directions from upper management.
- Keep equipment operating by enforcing operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; requiring preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
- Supervise all employees of the warehouse and is responsible for the performance management.
- Secure warehouse by turning alarms on; test systems.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
- Ability to anticipate and solve problems.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Knowledge of warehousing key performance indicators (KPIs), WMS systems.
- Skills in implementing 5S.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to lead, manage and motivate staff in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have strong interpersonal skills.
- Reliable, with high integrity and strong work ethic.
- OSHA training requirements experience is a plus.
- Computer literacy in MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint, MS Office.
Education and Experience:
- High school Diploma/GED is required.
- Shipping & receiving: 4 years is a plus.
- Warehouse Supervision: 5 years is a plus.
- Inventory Control: 2-3 years
Work authorization:
Applicants must pass the background checks in order to be hired for the role.
Gaatu, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Supervising Experience: 5 years (Required)
- Shipping and Receiving: 5 years (Required)
- Material Handler: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Forklift Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
