Shipping and Receiving Supervisor

We are seeking a highly skilled Shipping and Receiving Supervisor to join our team at Sonaca North America. As a key member of our logistics team, you will be responsible for overseeing the receipt, storage, and shipment of goods, ensuring timely and accurate delivery to our customers.

• Supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in verifying and keeping records on incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Manage the order generation, order follow-up, and physical inbound supply chain for assigned items/suppliers.
• Continuously monitor and follow up inbound/outbound deliveries.
• Contribute to the coordination of transportation.
• Manage inventory levels of assigned items to achieve sales, inventory, and material turnover objectives.
• Ensure products are procured and delivered on time, while tracking material usage and monitoring product flows.
• Implement Kaizen principles to ensure materials move in the most efficient way.
• Monitor, maintain, and improve KPIs for the assigned team to ensure objectives are met.
• Ensure KPIs are respected and the necessary flow of information to/from the team.
• Improve productivity within the assigned team.
• Follow up on improvement initiatives.
• Initiate, monitor, and lead team activities.
• Participate in functions unrelated to the role to assume a participant or leader role.
• Ensure the efficient use of team members and the development of their skills.
• Coach and supervise assigned employees, providing support as needed.
• Participate in the selection process for new hires.
• Ensure annual performance appraisals.
• Take disciplinary action, when necessary, in consultation with HR.
• Ensure new initiatives are accurately implemented by the team.
• Communicate information from the Manager to the team members.
• Solve daily problems that are not handled at the Management level.
• Ensure team members have the proper means for doing their work.
• Introduce training plans.
• Act as an extension of management within the assigned team and throughout SNA, intervening in the event of relevant problems.
• Operationally responsible for management of inbound/outbound supply chain of assigned items/suppliers.
• Operationally responsible for dispatching inbound/outbound transportation for items/suppliers.
• Manage the ship list for inbound/outbound.
• Manage the order generation and order follow-up for suppliers.
• Manage logistical, import/export documentation.
• Proactively monitor, act, and ensure on-time delivery from the supplier.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to manage supply and priorities in the most efficient way.
• Follow up and improve delivery performance in cooperation with Buyers and Planners.
• Forecast, track, and reconcile shipment cost (weekly, monthly, quarterly).
• Manage the communication platform with suppliers.
• Manage and maintain logistic data in the Company ERP system and other logistic applications.
• Analyze and initiate opportunities for improvement for assigned items/suppliers.
• Calculate purchase and production requirements to maintain the agreed inventory level, in line with forecast, inventory in stock, and supply information.
• Forecast, track, and reconcile inventory of products/materials for assigned items.
• Ensure all product is procured and delivered on time, to support the schedule.
• Ensure adequate supply of product to support customer needs while minimizing investment.
• Understand customers' unique needs and business models to help manage correct inventory levels.
• Monitor and track raw material usage in production as well as monitor product flows.
• Count and reconcile inventory (weekly, monthly, quarterly).
• Oversee replenishment of total inventory.

• Certificate or Diploma in Operations Management, Inventory Management, or Production Management (or equivalent, related education or experience).
• 2-5 years of previous, related experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Courses or designation in APICS considered an asset.
• Relevant experience in receiving and inventory management.
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and written.
• Possess computer skills and be competent with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to multitask and maintain organized area.
• Able to concentrate, focus, and pay strict attention to detail to fulfill roles and responsibilities.
• Must be able to work effectively as part of a Team.
• Eager to learn and progress.
• Takes initiative and display a pro-active attitude.
• Must be a "Subject Matter Expert" in their field of discipline (Supply Chain).
• Ability to manage small teams (discipline/motivation/organization of work).
• Ability to manage a high level of transactional accuracy. Trouble shooting transactional errors and ensures they are correct, in Receiving, Shipping, and Inventory.
• Knowledge of an ERP system (AS400/ Job Scope) is a plus.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Noise levels ranging from quiet to extremely loud.
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working on the manufacturing floor including, but not limited to, eye, ear, and foot protection.
• May occasionally lift and/or move up to 10-50 pounds.

• We take care of our people.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution.
• Competitive wages.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance.
• Short-term disability.
• Long-term disability.
• Employee assistance plan - for access to counseling, consulting and other community resources.
• Wellness program.
• Tuition assistance.
• Subject to eligibility, terms, and conditions.

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be required. This document does not create an employment contract. Employees of the Company are employed on an "at will" basis and may be terminated at any time.

Sonaca North America is an equal employment opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, Sonaca North America provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who seek to access the company's online application system. If an applicant is unable to fully access the online application system, Sonaca North America will provide a reasonable accommodation. Applicants with disabilities may contact us at 636-916-2400 for assistance accessing the on-line application system. Callers should have a detailed description of the requested accommodation, their name and preferred method of contact ready for Sonaca North America's Human Resources Department. Sonaca North America will make every effort to respond within two (2) business days. This phone number is not for the general submission of application materials.

Sonaca North America is an E-Verify Employer.

Sonaca North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Disability/Veterans Employer

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It has been brought to our attention that there have been instances of fraudulent job offers, purporting to be from Sonaca North America and/or its affiliates ("LMI Aerospace").

This type of fraud is normally carried out through online services such as false websites, or through fake e-mails or call from people claiming to be from the company. These persons offer fraudulent employment opportunities to applicants and often ask for sensitive personal and financial information. The fraudsters may also request recipients to provide personal information and/or to make payments as part of their fake recruiting process.

Sonaca North America does not ask for any financial commitments from candidates as a pre-employment requirement and will always require candidates to formally apply for positions via the Careers Page or job postings.

Sonaca North America has no responsibility for fraudulent offers and if you believe you have been a victim of a fraudulent job offer concerning Sonaca North America, please email info@sonaca-na.com.