Director Of Warehousing Services

Elgen Staffing; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Secaucus seeks an experienced Director of Warehousing Services to oversee domestic warehousing and logistics functions. This role involves optimizing efficiency, managing 3PL agreements, and ensuring compliance with food grade regulations. The ideal candidate will bring 10-15 years of freight forwarding experience and strong analytical skills to enhance operational performance.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in freight forwarding required.
• Strong knowledge of food grade certification requirements essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage domestic 3PL warehousing and logistical functions.
• Drive initiatives to optimize efficiency in warehousing and distribution.
• Analyze data and maintain metrics for performance assessments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Knowledge of laws and regulations

Expertise in warehouse management

Tools

Warehouse management software (WMS)

Job description

Compensation: 130000.-150000. / Annually

Our client, a global leader in freight forwarding and logistics, has an immediate need for an experienced Director of Warehousing Services, to join their winning team in Secaucus.

Our candidate of choice will be responsible for the domestic 3PLs warehousing and logistical functions of the business along with driving initiatives to optimize efficiency in the warehousing and distribution. You will report to the Executive leadership of the company and will have full control and responsibility for these functions with the goal of managing to ensure complete customer satisfaction and maintain company profitability.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Lead domestic 3PL warehousing selection reviews & due diligence tours.
• Proficiency in warehouse/logistics software WMS review & development for AJWW
• Proficiency Warehouse mapping & optimization
• Own and manage 3PL warehousing agreements
• Experience with Intermodal freight transport
• Strong knowledge of warehousing liability insurance/ contract review and approval
• Define SLAs in conjunction with sales and compose client SOPs.
• Meet accuracy and timeliness targets set by management.
• Maintain metrics and analyze data to assess performance and implement improvements.
• Strategically locate and acquire 3PL warehouses.
• Setup warehouse layout and ensure efficient space utilization.
• Manage warehouse equipment leases.
• Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene, and security
• Receive feedback and monitor the quality of services provided.
• Lead company food grade accreditations initiatives for FDA and NSF audits.
• Claims management for carriers and customers
• Other warehousing projects as assigned by management

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations and food grade certification requirements
• Ability to work with little supervision and track multiple processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Expertise in warehouse management procedures and best practices
• Proven ability to implement process improvement initiatives.
• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel 20%.
• Strong knowledge of Main USA ports/IPI Markets
• Minimum of 10-15 years of working experience in Freight forwarding

Please apply today for immediate consideration!

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