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Shipping Supervisor

Universal Forest Products, Inc.Howell, MI

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Entry-level
Remote
On-site

Job Description

Job Summary

The Shipping Receiving Supervisor is responsible for supervising the scheduling and coordination of trucks and drivers according to customer requests and in compliance with DOT regulations and company rules. Control departmental expenses and generate solutions to issues as and before they arise. Notifies drivers of assignments; reviews and verifies the accuracy of driver's logs and database.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

  • Manages and schedules all outbound and inbound loads and coordinates with sales and production

  • Coordinates proper loading and shipping orders with S/R personnel

  • Sets up all loads to be shipped by common carrier with outside freight companies

  • Makes sure the inbound product is stored properly

  • Determines mode of transportation and selects the appropriate carrier

  • Negotiates rates for transportation services

  • Coordinates routing of orders and dispatches carrier with orders and appropriate delivery instructions consistent with the customer receiving times

  • Ensures all internal/external paperwork meets all Universal as well as DOT regulations and procedures

  • Establishes delivery / receiving appointments and loading times for each carrier

  • Manages internal UFP equipment and drivers

  • Answers questions and resolves supplier and customer problems regarding transportation issues

  • Documents any shortage on orders, investigate reasons for occurrence, and informs carrier of shortage to get compensation or to resolve an issue with the customer with assistance of sales

  • Audits and approves freight bills for payment

  • Files claims for any loss or damage on inventory and notifies plant management

  • Takes and acts upon all calls for tracing and/or expediting orders

  • Prepares various reports and correspondence as required

  • Manages data on the data system

  • Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

  • Preferred bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent

  • Minimum of two years of experience as a Production Manager or equivalent

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and Outlook

  • Preferred experience and knowledge of UFP's organization, culture, and product lines

  • Skills and abilities

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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This job at Universal Forest Products, Inc. is located in Howell, MI, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
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Universal Forest Products, Inc. lists this role as a Full-time position.
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Universal Forest Products, Inc. is looking for a candidate with "Entry-level" experience level.
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