Receiving & Inbound Logistics Manager
25 days ago
Cranbury
Job DescriptionDescription: About Us We are a leading, family-owned industrial distributor—a critical link in the supply chain that keeps virtually every industry running. For over 70 years, we’ve specialized in connecting world-class manufacturers with the businesses that rely on their products to maintain uptime, reduce costs, and operate efficiently. Industrial distribution is the business of sourcing, stocking, marketing, and delivering a broad range of essential industrial products—from safety equipment to material handling solutions—to the companies that keep our economy moving. It plays a vital role in ensuring operational uptime, cost control, and reliability across sectors like manufacturing, construction, utilities, and healthcare. We represent some of the most trusted brands in metalworking, safety, MRO supplies, material handling, and pipe, valves & fittings. What sets us apart is not just the products we deliver—but how we deliver them. Through technology, people, and service, we are transforming the industrial distribution industry into one that is faster, more efficient, and obsessively customer-focused. About the Role The Receiving Manager / Inbound Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing all inbound logistics and receiving operations across the distribution center. This role ensures that all inbound material is received accurately, efficiently, safely, and in alignment with company standards. The position plays a critical leadership role in inventory integrity, vendor compliance, and process improvement while supporting service levels for downstream warehouse, branch, and customer operations. Key Responsibilities • Lead all inbound logistics activities, including dock scheduling, unloading, verification, staging, and system receipt of material, • Ensure all inbound freight is received accurately against purchase orders, transfer documents, and packing slips, • Coordinate closely with purchasing, transportation, and branch operations to prioritize receipts and resolve discrepancies, • Serve as a key point of contact for inbound carriers, vendors, and internal transportation teams, • Enforce vendor compliance standards related to packaging, pallet quality, labeling, and delivery requirements, • Partner with purchasing to identify recurring vendor issues and drive corrective actions, • Develop, implement, and monitor receiving procedures, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives., • Lead, train, and mentor logistics and receiving team members to maintain high performance and accountability., • Collaborate with warehouse, procurement, and customer service teams to resolve receiving issues., • Ensure compliance with OSHA, and company safety standards., • Manage relationships with third-party carriers and logistics partners., • Maintain accurate receiving records, reports, and documentation.Requirements: Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field preferred; equivalent experience accepted., • Minimum 5 years’ experience in logistics, distribution, or warehouse operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory/management role., • Strong knowledge of inbound freight, receiving process and inventory management., • Proven ability to lead teams, drive performance, and implement process improvements., • Strong comfortability with technology and computers, • Familiarity with WMS/ERP systems (Epicor experience a plus)., • Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills., • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage., • 401(k) with company match., • Paid time off, holidays, and flexibility. We're looking for individuals who want to be part of something bigger—people who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace technology, and are excited to help transform an entire industry. If you're ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the future of industrial distribution.