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Job Description

 

Summary

The Shipping Manager is responsible for managing routine shipping and distribution operations on a day-to-day basis. Also responsible for the outgoing shipments, completing the orders that are being shipped and ensuring delivery in a timely manner.

This position requires a detailed knowledge about shipping processes. Must be well-organized, analytical, and excellent verbal and written  communication. In addition, the role requires someone who is  comfortable with information systems, shipment documentation and an understanding of shipping and receiving policies and procedures.

Position Responsibilities

Use software to check, track, route and prioritize orders

Ensure shipping team is trained and certified to ship hazmat in accordance with DOT regulations

Well versed in international shipping procedures, export law, incoterms, and customs filings

Supports internal and external audits on shipping documentation and practices to ensure compliance with government regulations and best practice standards

Plans and maintains supply levels in order to keep up with urgent, dynamic shipment demands

Ensures customer deliveries are packaged, labeled and processed in accordance with contractual requirements

Support all company shipment needs, including trade shows, demos, RMAs, and inter-office equipment transfers

Engages with carriers and freight vendors to keep robust portfolio of reliable partners to move materials

Manage all the crucial documents such as bills of lading, pick slips, shipping notices etc.

Direct the flow of shipments from packaging to shipment

Oversee and lead the subordinate staff

Work as a team player in purchasing, warehouse, and other managers to optimize different processes

Resolve issues related to the shipped orders

Ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations

Report to higher management on issues and other risky activities

Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

BA/BSc in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field

Candidates having High School Diploma or GED with desired experience can also be considered

 7 years of direct experience in field of Operations, Supply Chain or related

3 years of  experience as a Shipping Manager, Materials Manager, Project Manager or similar role

Extensive know-how of logistics operations

Experience in preparing shipping documents and EDI

Experience in directing, as well as, evaluating subordinates

Computer savvy with good understanding of reporting and budgeting

Outstanding communication and organizational skills

Attention to detail and amazing problem-solving skills

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

Uses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstances

Inspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees

Brings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness and the creation of a shared vision

Champions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of change

Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationships

Assesses the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and takes appropriate action to mitigate them or makes plans to build on the opportunity

Physical Demands

Ability to work in a warehouse environment (Constant)

Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

Special Requirements

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.

Occasionally may be required to travel within the Continental U.S.

The salary range for this role is:

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits:  AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.  For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply.  NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems.  Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

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