Warehouse Department Manager

ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England and Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®.

OVERVIEW

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.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overall responsibility for 24/7 warehouse distribution operations
• Optimization of facility layout and inventory management
• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities throughout department
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality standards and Good Manufacturing Practices
• Departmental budgeting and adherence
• Ensure Warehousing and Shipping areas are audit ready at all times

WORK EXPERIENCES

• Minimum 7 years of Distribution and Logistics experience in a high-volume operation, of which at least 4 years must be in a leadership role 
• Familiarity with identifying and driving 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
• Experience managing salaried supervisors and working in a union environment
• Consumer Product Goods/ Retail Distribution industry experience is a plus
• Demonstrated Experience with SAP strongly preferred        

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

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

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• Manages development and performance of staff comprised of salaried 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

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

• 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
• MS Office (Excel / Word / Email) proficiency required

LOCATION OF ROLE

• Chalmette, LA

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, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.