Warehouse Manager

About GreenPoint Ag

GreenPoint Ag is a farmer-owned, American-owned company. We’re committed to farmers’ success because that’s the only way we succeed. It’s a responsibility we don’t take lightly, and we look for employees who share this same commitment. 
If you share a passion for rural America and the farmers who are so vital to its health, then we’d like to talk with you. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace with the opportunity to challenge yourself in one of today’s most vital industries. If you are a hardworking, passionate team player we would love to consider adding you to the GreenPoint Ag team. 

Our Opportunity

We are looking for a Warehouse Manager for our Vicksburg, MS location!  If you would enjoy a great work environment outdoors, working with the growers handling agricultural products, and fostering a sense of purpose and well-being through connecting with farmers, GreenPoint Ag may be the employer for you. This role fosters an engaging culture for those looking to get out and connect with the Growers.

 Summary/Objective
 
Responsible for managing the daily operations of the location’s delivery services, warehousing and storage operations to assure maximum utilization and efficiency of facility personnel and equipment while maintaining full compliance with regulatory, safety, and organization guidelines.

Essential Functions

 

• Manages the warehouse and storage facilities within all OSHA, DOT, EPA, and GreenPoint Ag EHS guidelines
• Directs the daily product delivery schedule to ensure an emphasis is placed on customer service
• Trains, motivates, and evaluates Material Handlers and Truck Drivers on the safe and efficient use of equipment and vehicles
• Receives and inspects all incoming products for quantity, quality, and condition of product
• Develops and maintains local emergency procedures and fire prevention programs and trains location personnel in proper response procedures
• Monitors product inventory and continuously works with GreenPoint Ag wholesale distribution and other retail facilities to transfer/receive product; orders product, verifies accuracy and condition of product received
• Maintains a high level of expertise to establish themselves as a reliable and credible source for agronomic knowledge
• Demonstrates teamwork by working with Truck Drivers and Material Handlers as needed

 

Supervisor Responsibilities

• Supervisory responsibilities that may include hiring, scheduling, and assigning work, reviewing performance, and recommending salary increases, promotions, transfers, demotions, or terminations.
• Staff includes hourly employees - warehouse personnel, loader operators, applicator operators and truck drivers for assigned location.

Required Qualifications

 

• Specific site qualifications and progression may apply, consult with local team
  • Skill Level I – 3+ years of warehouse experience, preferably in an agricultural retail environment
  • Skill Level II – 3+ years of experience with experience making employee related decisions (hiring, terminating, performance, etc.).  Advanced Inventory management skills and typically responsible for other areas of the location, such as Safety and some Sales
• Experience in agriculture or related industry, preferably in a sales or management role
• High school diploma or GED; may be offset by experience; agriculture or related degree helpful
• Valid driver’s license; must be able to meet a Motor Vehicle Review in accordance with Company policy

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

 

• Excellent working knowledge of product chemistry
• Knowledgeable of grower production practices and ag technology systems; knowledgeable with the wide range of products sold
• Excellent computer and financial skills
• Strong interpersonal/managerial/customer service skills to deal effectively with a broad base of customers, suppliers, and location personnel
• Ability to adapt well to frequent changes in sales priorities in product mix sold, supplier programs, work schedules, and demands of a changing customer base
• Ability to communicate with associates and customers
• Ability to read, count, and write to accurately complete all documentation

Work Environment

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work in both indoor and outside work environments. Frequently exposed to extreme cold and hot temperatures, wet or humid conditions and outdoor weather conditions, as well as agricultural and industrial environments requiring the use of PPE.

 

Physical Demands

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

 

Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand, talk, and hear. Must be able to lift 50+ lbs. The employee is also regularly required to walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.

Travel

 

Some travel is required.

Other Duties

 

Please note this job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Other job-related duties may be assigned.  GreenPoint Ag reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary with or without notice.

 

EEO Commitment: We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, including transgender identity, religion, disability, age, genetics, active military or veteran status and any other characteristics protected under applicable federal or state law.