Manufacturing Shipping & Logistics Leader

Chesapeake Search Partners; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Chesapeake Search Partners seeks an experienced Shipping Manager to oversee outbound shipping, warehouse logistics, and distribution in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will drive accuracy, safety, and on-time delivery while pursuing continuous improvements in efficiency and inventory control.

The ideal candidate will lead warehouse personnel, coordinate with production and transportation providers, and optimize shipping processes to strengthen customer satisfaction and operational

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years of shipping, warehouse, or logistics leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of domestic and international shipping practices.
• Experience with ERP systems and warehouse management software.
• Knowledge of inventory control, shipping documentation, and freight management.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all daily shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations.
• Ensure customer orders are picked, packed, and shipped accurately and on time.
• Coordinate shipping schedules with production, purchasing, customer service, and transportation providers.
• Manage relationships with freight carriers and negotiate shipping solutions to improve cost and service.
• Monitor shipping performance metrics, identify process improvements, and implement best practices.
• Maintain accurate inventory transactions within the ERP/WMS system.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, and company safety regulations.
• Develop and maintain shipping procedures, documentation, and quality standards.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate warehouse and shipping personnel.
• Resolve shipping discrepancies, damaged freight claims, and customer delivery issues.
• Manage shipping supplies, equipment, and warehouse organization.
• Assist with inventory counts and warehouse optimization initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel proficiency

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems

Warehouse management software

Job description

Chesapeake Search Partners seeks an experienced Shipping Manager to oversee outbound shipping, warehouse logistics, and distribution in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will drive accuracy, safety, and on-time delivery while pursuing continuous improvements in efficiency and inventory control.

The ideal candidate will lead warehouse personnel, coordinate with production and transportation providers, and optimize shipping processes to strengthen customer satisfaction and operational