Shipping Manager

Jobtailor; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Gainesville, TX is seeking a skilled supply chain supervisor to lead our operations. You will manage inventory levels, report KPIs, and drive improvements to meet key metrics.

You will mentor a dedicated team, implement a visual Kanban system, and ensure efficient stock control while leveraging MS Office tools to present data and plans.

This role requires 4+ years in supply chain or logistics and a lean mindset to sustain continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on supply chain or logistics experience.
• Proven ability to oversee inventory levels and optimize stock.
• Experience implementing a visual Kanban system.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Lean manufacturing mindset with related training or implementation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and report operational KPIs.
• Mentor and build a dedicated team committed to excellence.
• Drive continuous improvement projects.
• Be accountable for meeting key metrics.
• Develop programs, execute best practices, monitor stock levels.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Inventory management

Supply chain/logistics

Managing/supervising experience

Lean manufacturing mindset

Kanban implementation experience

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Kanban system

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Collaboration tools

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare and report operational Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Mentor and build a dedicated team committed to excellence
• Drive continuous improvement projects
• Be accountable for meeting key metrics
• Develop key programs, execute best practices, monitor stock levels

Requirements

• High organizational skills and excellent communication
• Expertise in overseeing inventory supply levels
• 4 years of firsthand experience in supply chain/logistics
• Experience implementing a visual Kanban system
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and communication tools
• Lean manufacturing mindset with training or implementation experience
• A minimum of 4 years of management/supervisory experience