Shipping Supervisor

Smurfit-Westrock; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in the United States is seeking a Shipping Supervisor to oversee daily shipping operations, manage outbound loads, and provide leadership to the shipping team. The role focuses on timely deliveries, cost control, and safe operations in a dynamic packaging environment.

Qualified candidates have a strong track record in production leadership and logistics, with excellent communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of production leadership experience.
• 3+ years of logistics/industrial/shipping experience.
• Strong prioritization and task management.
• Focus on improving customer satisfaction and on-time delivery.
• Ability to estimate costs for shipping/delivery.
• Commitment to workplace safety and reporting hazards.

Responsibilities

• Schedule inbound and outbound loads; manage shipments.
• Maximize trailer utilization and optimize trailer pool.
• Lead shipping personnel and ensure safety culture.
• Prepare daily and monthly management reports.
• Coordinate courier rates to minimize costs.
• Determine shipping priorities and delivery methods.
• Communicate with managers and departments to meet goals.

Skills

Production leadership

Task prioritization

Customer service focus

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

The Opportunity

TheShipping Supervisor 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 -Required
• 2+ years of production leadership experience
• 3+ years of logistics/industrial/shipping experience.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage tasks effectively
• Focus on increasing customer satisfaction by ensuring obligations are met in a 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 written communication 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.
• Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match and more!
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.