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Graphic Packaging International · 6 hours ago

Warehouse & Distribution Associate Manager

Visalia, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

Graphic Packaging International is a leading manufacturer of paperboard and paper-based packaging. The Warehouse & Distribution Associate Manager oversees and optimizes warehouse and distribution operations, ensuring efficient transportation, inventory accuracy, and timely shipment of goods while focusing on continuous improvement initiatives.

Consumer GoodsCustomer ServiceManufacturingPackaging Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Individual in this role is primarily focus on directing, leveraging, and guiding the work of others, and mobilizing resources

Leaders typically manage two or more direct reports

Responsible for the monitoring and achievement of operational and/or financial results for their area of responsibility

Responsible for people management actions such as hiring, terminating, rewarding, training, and developing employees

Lead, train, and evaluate the team (Staff Management), ensuring all members are aligned with best practices in inventory management, adhere to company policies, and are equipped to meet operational goals

Progression within the levels reflects increase in scope and responsibilities as well as growth in business and industry experience, process and people leadership capabilities, and broad technical expertise

Supervises entry level and experienced professionals and potentially para-professional employees

Sets goals and objectives for team members for achievement of operational results

Monitor and improve the On Time, In Full (OTIF) delivery rate, driving strategies to enhance delivery performance and customer satisfaction

Ensure high levels of Inventory Accuracy, minimizing discrepancies between recorded and physical stock to support efficient operations and financial reporting. This includes overseeing regular cycle counts and inventory reconciliation processes

Implement and supervise robust Damage Controls over Inventory, protecting product integrity and minimizing losses due to damage during storage, handling, and transportation

Works on issues of general scope

Problems faced may be difficult but typically not overly complex

Analysis of situations or data requires evaluation of various factors and a general understanding of principles in own discipline and potentially a basic knowledge of other disciplines

Supports team with day-to-day activities

Applies general understanding of the business and coordinates with other areas to achieve department objectives

Ensures policies, practices and procedures are understood and followed by direct reports, customers, and stakeholders

Develops and administers schedules, performance requirements

Assignments are defined by activities and objectives; work is reviewed for completeness and for adequacy in meeting objectives

Decisions impact work processes and outcomes

Errors in judgment or failure to achieve results may cause delays in schedules and potentially expenditure of resources

Interacts frequently with internal personnel and may interact occasionally with external personnel

Participates and presents at meetings with internal representatives

Interaction typically concerns exchanging information and/or scheduling issues

Identify opportunities for Continuous Improvement in inventory management and distribution processes, implementing changes to enhance efficiency, reduce operational costs, and improve service quality. This includes leveraging technology and lean principles

Follow all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures, related to production of Safe Quality Foods

Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures

Participate in Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints, SQF audits, validation, and verification activities) as required

Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF)

Lead Mock Recalls

Qualification

Inventory ManagementLogistics PlanningContinuous ImprovementStaff ManagementKPI MonitoringAnalytical SkillsInterpersonal SkillsNegotiation SkillsOrganization Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree or related work experience required in lieu of degree