Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

With over 80 years of experience in the alcohol industry, MGX understands the complex US beverage alcohol business and enables our customers to navigate it more efficiently.  We collaborate with retailers and suppliers to design and implement supply chain solutions to optimize a product’s route to market. MGX provides a single point-of-contact across the entire beverage alcohol supply chain, bringing together the services of our affiliated companies Gordon Logistics, Milton’s Distributing, and Hope Beverage. 

We recognize that nothing happens without our people and that our team members are our most important asset. We’re a family-owned and operated business committed to building a culture that recognizes, respects, and rewards our employees. 

We offer competitive wages and comprehensive benefits coverage including medical, dental, 401K, profit sharing, and tuition reimbursement.

Job Summary:

The Warehouse Manager will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and timely flow of goods through our warehouse. You will be responsible for managing a team of dedicated professionals, optimizing processes, designing and implementing standard operating procedures, leading safety efforts, and coordinating with various departments to maintain operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Essential Functions:

Warehouse Operations Management:

• Manage day-to-day warehouse operations for our 3PL partners; this includes managing relationships and inventory transactions.
• Coordinate and supervise the loading and unloading of products onto/from trailers, shipping containers and railroad cars, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational guidelines.
• Oversee the scheduling and routing of incoming and outgoing shipments to maximize efficiency and minimize delays.
• Collaborate with short-line rail connections and partners to facilitate smooth communication and resolve any operational issues.
• Create a stable inventory environment by managing inventory control with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Drive actions and results through consistent monitoring of our key performance indicators (KPIs).

Team Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of operations staff, including supervisors and laborers.
• Conduct regular training sessions in accordance with business partners to ensure all team members are well-versed in safety protocols, equipment operation, and best practices.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment consistent with our company values and encourages teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Manage daily staff schedule in accordance to budget and/or business needs.

Process Optimization:

• Continuously analyze and evaluate existing warehouse operations to identify areas for improvement and efficiency.
• Develop and implement innovative strategies to streamline operations, reduce bottlenecks, and enhance productivity.
• Ensure standard process through effective use of standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations, protocols, and guidelines for railroad, trucking and warehouse operations.
• Perform weekly/monthly audits to inspect equipment, facilities and identify potential safety hazards and work with business partners to address as needed.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies and authorities to maintain compliance with all relevant industry standards.

Communication and Coordination:

• Liaise with various departments, including customer service, inventory, people operations and transportation, to align with overall business goals.
• Clear and timely communication with external/internal business partners to manage expectations and resolve any problems or delays.
• Prepare and present regular reports on warehouse operations performance.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Logistics and Warehouse Experience
• 5+ years of experience in warehouse operations management including but not limited to shipping, receiving, put away, replenishment, picking, loading, and cycle-counting for inventory control.
• Proficiency in using warehouse management systems (WMS) and other tools for scheduling, tracking, and reporting.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a large scale fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to support and meet operational demands including managing staff that operate 24/7.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Excel, and Word 
• Ability to operate various types of materials handling equipment including hand trucks, manual pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks, order pickers, etc.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of motivating and developing diverse teams.
• Knowledge of railroad operations, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a data-driven mindset for process optimization.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact with internal and external stakeholders.
• Bilingual (Spanish) required.

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