Job Description

Manager, Warehouse & Logistics

Status: Exempt (salaried)

Department: Operations

Position Summary

The Warehouse & Logistics Manager is responsible for the efficient delivery of material to and from production. This includes management of warehouse staff, supervising the day-to-day operations of the shipping, receiving, inventory management, and shipping logistics. This role requires building strong cross-functional partnerships while possessing a demonstrated track record of driving functional process improvements. Experience managing warehousing and logistics functions within a high-volume production environment is highly valued.

Principal Accountabilities

• Ensure on-time delivery:

• Production materials to manufacturing operations
• Spare parts to field service
• Finished goods to customer sites

• Drive continuous improvement, measured by KPI’s for:

• Inventory: accuracy, value, and turns
• Cost Reduction: freight and off-site storage

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day warehouse operations including receiving, put-away, picking, shipping, and inventory management by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, personnel, and safety policies and procedures.
• Establish standard work assignments for direct reports to support on-time delivery of material to meet the production schedule, spare parts to the field, and finished product to customer commitment dates.
• Implementation of Lean methods to improve material flow including 5S, Kan Ban, kitting, and visual controls. 
• Drive operational excellence and quality through standard operating procedures (SOP’s), training, and performance measurements (KPI’s).
• Manage shipping logistics including arrangements for in-bound and out-bound material for both foreign and domestic shipments.
• Evaluate relationships with external vendors such as freight carriers; work to reduce cost and improve vendor performance; optimize the utilization of vendor services.
• Develop kitting processes for efficient delivery of material to both internal and external customers.
• Develop a high performing team through cross training, work simplification, and a focus upon customer service excellence.
• Determine capacity of warehouse and staffing levels based on projected volume; support recruitment efforts as needed.
• Lead all performance management activities including performance appraisals, disciplinary matters, and other related activities by partnering with Human Resources team members.
• Help identify and justify equipment and facility needs for the Warehouse organization.
• Assist with the long term goal of establishing a global warehouse and distribution system to support spares and finished goods delivery.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or relevant field of study; will consider experience in lieu of degree requirement.
• 7+ years relevant work history within a warehouse/logistics function; preferably as part of a manufacturing environment. 
• Supervisory experience with an established track record of leading a team.
• Strong leadership skills including daily communications with the team and with internal customers.
• Lean Sigma continuous improvement experience and training is highly preferred.
• Computer and software systems skills as applicable to position including but not limited to: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems is a must; Avante experience preferred.
• Skilled with project management and strategic planning.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Dynamic interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences and stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated analytical abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent follow-through.
• Must be driven and self-motivated.

Pay Rate:

We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below:
✓Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply.
✓The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.
✓Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire
✓401(k) with 5% company match
✓Bonus eligibility
✓Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time
✓Paid Holidays
✓Wellness Reimbursement Program
✓Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement
✓Employee Referral program
✓Employee Assistance Program
Plug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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