Logistics & Shipping Supervisor

UFP Industries, Inc; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc is seeking a Shipping Receiving Supervisor to supervise scheduling and coordination of trucks and drivers per customer requests and DOT regulations. You will control departmental expenses, notify drivers of assignments, and verify drivers logs and database accuracy.

You will manage outbound/inbound Loads, coordinate with sales and production, set up loads with outside freight, and ensure proper storage of inbound product.

Qualifications

• 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

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.
• 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

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

UFP Industries, Inc is seeking a Shipping Receiving Supervisor to supervise scheduling and coordination of trucks and drivers per customer requests and DOT regulations. You will control departmental expenses, notify drivers of assignments, and verify drivers logs and database accuracy.

You will manage outbound/inbound Loads, coordinate with sales and production, set up loads with outside freight, and ensure proper storage of inbound product.