Shipping Manager

Westrock Company, Inc.; Deer Park (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Medical, Dental, Vision starting day 1

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Shipping Manager to oversee daily outbound shipping operations and lead a team to deliver products on time. You will schedule loads, optimize trailer use, and drive cost efficiency while upholding safety standards.

Strong communication with multiple departments is essential for meeting goals. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in production leadership and logistics/shipping, plus proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Associates or Bachelor's preferred.
• 3+ years of production leadership experience.
• 3+ years of logistics/shipping experience required.
• Proficient in MS Office and basic cost estimation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shipping operations for outbound products.
• Schedule inbound/outbound loads and manage shipments.
• Maximize trailer utilization to reduce costs.
• Promote safety and a collaborative safety culture.
• Prepare daily and monthly management reports.
• Coordinate courier rates to minimize costs.
• Prioritize shipping priorities to ensure on-time delivery.
• Communicate with management and departments to meet goals.

Skills

Production leadership

Logistics/shipping experience

Task prioritization

Customer service focus

Safety awareness

Cost estimation

Education

High school diploma or GED; Associates or Bachelor's preferred

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Job description

Career Opportunity:

The Shipping Manager will be responsible for overseeing daily activities for shipping functions of all outgoing products to customers, managing all aspects of shipping and transferring product and materials, verifying and recording information on incoming and outgoing shipments, and providing leadership to shipping personnel.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock

• Schedule inbound and outbound loads/manage inbound and outbound shipments
• Maximize trailer utilization and efficiently use trailer pool to reduce costs
• Ensure subordinates work safely and contribute to a collaborative safety culture that drives results
• Prepare daily and monthly management reports to communicate critical shipping information
• Coordinate and monitor courier rates to select the lowest rate to minimize shipping cost and remain within budget
• Utilize knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates to determine shipping priorities and methods for delivery to assure on-time delivery and exceptional customer service.
• Communicate with various levels of management and departments to ensure that goals are accomplished

What you need to succeed:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent, Associates or Bachelor’s preferred.
• 3+ years of production leadership experience
• 3+ years of logistics/industrial/shipping experience - Required
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage tasks effectively
• Focus on increasing customer satisfaction by ensuring obligations are met in timely manner
• Aptitude to calculate estimated costs associated with the shipping/delivery functions.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other managers, staff, and vendors
• Proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Office- Excel, PowerPoint, Word
• Well-developed oral and writtencommunication skills.

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
• Generous benefits including 401 K Matching, Medical, Dental, Vision all starting day one. Employee discounts, Tuition Reimbursement, and Wellness program.
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.