Logistics / Warehouse Assistant Manager

Description

Perricone Juices (aka Perricone Farms), a leading citrus juice supplier located in Beaumont, CA, is seeking a Logistics / Warehouse Assistant Manager to join our team. This is fast-paced position which offers long-term, consistent employment with a competitive benefits package, including but not limited to Health, Vision, Dental, Life and 401K.

• Pay Rate: $65 - $80K annually
• Shift / Hours: Monday – Friday, plus Saturday (Alternating)

Job Duties:

Logistics / Warehouse Assistant Manager will be accountable for various job duties and responsibilities including but not limited to:

• Support strategy execution for logistics and rolling stock.
• Implement financial metrics and associated KPIs to track all delivery expenses.
• Develop and implement global transportation cost-savings programs for year-over-year savings initiatives.
• Act as a key contributor to freight initiatives.
• Supervise and schedule truck drivers to execute daily deliveries and ensure compliance with DOT (Department of Transportation) standards for the truck fleet.
• Ensure that the warehouse operates at peak efficiency, emphasizing safety and customer service, by supervising, organizing, and training warehouse employees.
• Manage daily end-to-end warehouse operations, including determining product handling and storage requirements, equipment utilization, inventory management, and shipping methods.
• Train and manage the warehouse team to resolve day-to-day operational issues and achieve short- and long-term performance goals.
• Oversee daily operations while maintaining control of inventory.
• Review and prepare workflows, staffing requirements, space allocations, equipment layouts, and action plans to meet company standards for productivity, quality, and customer service.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by establishing and enforcing standards, procedures, and legal compliance.
• Stay informed about industry and global logistics trends to identify opportunities that benefit the company.
• Manage shipping and receiving functions to ensure timely and accurate processing of goods in and out of the warehouse.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure safety and driver training meet the highest standards for driver safety.
• Work closely with the Customer Service Department to secure competitive freight rates across all sales channels and lanes.
• Consult with various internal departments to identify opportunities for improving the supply-chain network.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance standards and specifications within the department.
• Act as a key contributor to leading and improving the full order cycle.
• Monitor quality, quantity, stock levels, delivery times, transport costs, and efficiency.
• Arrange warehouse space, catalog goods, plan routes, and coordinate shipments.
• Resolve any issues or complaints that arise in operations.
• Supervise, coach, and train Driver Class A workforce.
• Ensure compliance with DOT laws, regulations, and CHP requirements.
• Manage logistics for all company-related transportation needs.
• Perform metrics reporting and data analysis to identify process improvement opportunities.
• Oversee the daily workflow of the warehouse, including scheduling, training, and organizing staff to ensure proper shift staffing.
• Conduct timely and constructive annual performance evaluations.
• Manage employee discipline and terminations in accordance with company policy.
• Complete required management reports and track KPIs.
• Research, identify, and present new ideas to improve warehouse and logistics operations.
• Attend and actively participate in regular and ad-hoc meetings.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as company safety policies.
• Regularly inspect equipment, tools, and machinery and oversee maintenance when needed.
• Analyze productivity with warehouse leads and develop actionable plans for loss prevention.
• Oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution, and maintenance operations, to ensure efficient space utilization.
• Implement and enforce operational policies and procedures.
• Manage stock control and reconcile with the data storage system.
• Prepare the annual budget and manage budgetary compliance.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and transport companies to coordinate logistics operations.
• Direct, optimize, and coordinate the full order cycle from order placement to delivery.
• Negotiate with suppliers, manufacturers, retailers, and third-party warehouses.
• Develop strat