Supply Chain Warehouse Manager

AESC is looking to add a Supply Chain Warehouse Manager to our team in Bowling Green, Kentucky 

• Full-Time
• On-Site: Bowling Green, KY 

About AESC US LLC

AESC is an exciting, newly created global organization committed to solving the challenges of a sustainable future and becoming the leading supplier of full-value-chain battery solutions. Our lithium-ion batteries can be found in nearly one million electric vehicles worldwide and have a stellar safety record of zero-critical issues. AESC US is leading the way in battery technology. We design and manufacture EV battery technology for various electric vehicles and equipment. We are working hard towards unlocking the full potential of sustainable energy and climate change mitigation. We will continue to build upon our successes and expand into new markets and industries, producing innovative and competitive products and technologies that advance the goal of a zero-carbon emission future. AESC is headquartered in Japan and has battery manufacturing locations in Japan, UK, China, and the U.S.

AESC Mission

Our mission is to solve the challenges for a sustainable future. Together, we can make a meaningful impact. 

About the Role

The Supply Chain / Warehouse Manager will initially join the core project team responsible for the new Florence, SC plant launch. This role will be responsible for helping to develop the process standards and related training for establishing the warehouse.   After the production launch, the main function of the position will be transitioned to managing the operations supporting lithium-ion battery production by leading a team of logistics associates and material handlers in a manner that facilitates the strategic use of company resources. This position will have oversight of dock operations, trailer lot audits, systematic material movements, shipment of customer orders, receipt of incoming trailers and tracking/ordering packaging material needed to support customer shipments. This role will be involved in arranging logistics and creating shipping paperwork for customer orders, component part returnable containers, and any other items that need to be shipped from the facility. 

Career Growth Opportunities

You will have the opportunity to embark on a dynamic career path with abundant growth possibilities. We are committed to fostering the professional development of our employees, and your journey with us will be marked by ongoing learning and advancement. Our organization believes in recognizing and nurturing talent from within, providing a clear trajectory for career growth. As you demonstrate your skills and contribute to our collective success, doors will open for expanded responsibilities, leadership roles, and the chance to work on increasingly complex and impactful projects. We encourage a culture of continuous learning, offering various training programs, mentorship opportunities, and access to resources that empower you to chart your course within the company. Your success is our success, and we are dedicated to supporting your career aspirations every step of the way.

What You Will Do

• Establishing a warehouse and strategy to ensure optimum product flow and storage of materials.
• Ensuring safety is always the number one priority: promoting a safe work environment and safety-oriented culture by following all safety programs and guidelines.
• Managing departmental budgeting, planning, and approval processes; tracking actual spending to budget.
• Managing all shipments to ensure on-time delivery.
• Managing inventory levels; ensuring production availability, adherence to budget, and reporting accuracy.
• Monitoring, analyzing, and making improvements based on daily tracked Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Maintaining a favorable working relationship with all employees to foster and promote a cooperative and harmonious work environment; managers the warehouse and logistics team to solve operational issues, along with developing strategies for reaching long-term goals.
• Oversees staff in the systematic and manual processing of component and finished good material movements/warehousing, transition of components from the warehouse to the production floor, auditing/management of the trailer yard, arrangement of logistics for empty container returns, customer orders (domestic & foreign), dunnage, etc.
• Maintains compliance with 5S, IATF16949, VDA 6.3, and ISO14001, 15 CFR Part 400 and 19 CFR standards, while proactively identifying and addressing safety concerns to prevent accidents.

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in business