Warehouse Department Manager

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The ASR Group® family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group® companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group® companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy.

The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group® portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Florida Crystals®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's®, Sidul® and Whitworths®. ASR Group® companies also produce and market Tellus®, a single-use, compostable tableware and food service product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

The Warehouse Manager is responsible for all operations of the Warehouse & Shipping department including the Bulk Loading Department.

This person manages approximately 70 employees, salaried and hourly personnel, within a union setting. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a fast-paced, challenging environment in which achievement in driving change in culture, procedures, and measurable performance was attained.

• Overall responsibility for product shipping by truck.
• Optimization of facility layout and inventory management
• Performance monitoring and reporting
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and Good Manufacturing Practices
• Ensure Warehousing and Shipping areas are audit ready at all times

• Minimum 7 years of Distribution and Logistics experience in a high volume operation of which at least 4 years must be in management
• Familiarity with Key Performance Indicators in Logistics / Distribution / Customer Service
• Experience with creating & maintaining various management reports & budgets
• Experience in Warehouse/Distribution Center lay-outs
• Accomplished results in Warehouse/Distribution Center performance improvement
• Consumer Product Goods/ Retail Distribution industry experience is a plus
• Demonstrated Experience with SAP preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Management, or related area of study

• Manages staff comprised of 6 supervisors and 60+ hourly employees
• Ensures Labor Contract is followed by all employees, and reports any potential violation
• Review performance for salaried employees and identify training needs
• Review and issue disciplinary measures according to the Labor Contract and Company Policy
• Self-starter with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to make decisions, problem solve, prioritize assignments, and direct the workforce in a constantly changing environment
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills with the ability to drive change
• Results oriented with a focus on customer service
• Skilled in Inventory Control, Facility Management, Warehouse Material Handling, Receiving/Shipping procedures and controls
• Must have a working knowledge of warehousing software, ideally SAP and EWM

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s qualifications and prior experience.

Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs) available the first of the month following 30 days of employment, 401(k) with match, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, vacation, holiday and sick time.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age,national origin, disability, veteranstatusorany other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.