• Understanding planning, shipping, warehouse management and inventory systems.
• Managing daily routes/schedules of shipments and deliveries.
• Tracking the progress of shipments.
• Knowing all aspects of warehouse operations.
• Reviewing inventory needs and keeping adequate stock.
• Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities of the organization.
• Direct and review work plan for assigned staff.
• Implement appropriate safety guidelines and investigate injuries or unsafe conditions.
• Monitor storeroom and warehouse material usage.
• Provide assistance in warehouse space utilization by designing facility layouts to achieve maximum storage efficiency.
• Develop delivery schedules and drop shipment strategies.
• Maintain accurate records and files of inventory usage.
• Meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate assigned personnel.
• Implement discipline and termination procedures.
• Prepare and present staff reports and other correspondence as appropriate and necessary.
• Assist with budget preparation and administration.
• Coordinate warehousing and storeroom activities with outside agencies and organizations.
• Discover new trends and innovations in the fields of warehousing and storage programs.