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Full-Time

Area Manager

Fulfillment Operations

Updated on 10/21/2024

ShipBob

ShipBob

1,001-5,000 employees

Global logistics and order fulfillment services

Enterprise Software
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$47.8k - $78.2kAnnually

+ Performance Bonus

Mid

Batavia, IL, USA

Location: 400 Smoketree Plaza, North Aurora, IL 60542.

Category
Supply Chain Management
Warehouse Operations
Operations & Logistics
Requirements
  • 2+ years of leadership experience.
  • Degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, General Management or a related field, preferred.
  • Established track record of taking ownership and delivering results.
  • Basic understanding of Lean and Six Sigma.
Responsibilities
  • Review the weekly work forecasts and identify productivity requirements to produce during the day to meet the overall building objectives.
  • Partner with other new Area Managers to balance labor ensuring we are operating a balanced and efficient shift while meeting all your goals.
  • Support all safety programs and OSHA compliance to ensure a safe work environment for all associates.
  • Proactively identify and run process improvement initiatives and Lean tools.
  • Manage a team of warehouse associates to fulfill the ShipBob mission of assisting our clients in growing their online success by delighting their customers, on a daily basis.
  • Responsible for ensuring teams are properly trained, and that their needs are addressed so they can focus on their jobs.
  • Comply to all food safety and compliance policies and regulations.
  • Additional duties and responsibilities as necessary.

ShipBob provides logistics and order fulfillment services for e-commerce businesses, catering to both small and large clients. The company utilizes a proprietary warehouse management system (WMS) to manage inventory and process orders efficiently. Clients send their products to ShipBob's fulfillment centers located in various countries, including the US, UK, EU, Canada, and Australia. When an order is placed, ShipBob picks, packs, and ships the product from the nearest center, ensuring fast delivery, with over 95% of orders shipped within two days in the US. Additionally, ShipBob offers services like EDI-automated workflows and retailer-compliant packing slips to help businesses manage wholesale orders. The company earns revenue through storage fees and order fulfillment charges, positioning itself as a tech-enabled logistics provider focused on reliable and speedy shipping.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$331.1M

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

12%

1 year growth

27%

2 year growth

58%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • ShipBob's strategic partnerships with industry giants like Maersk and Amazon enhance its freight capacity and delivery services, positioning it for robust growth.
  • The addition of experienced leaders like Gail Goodman to the board brings valuable expertise and strengthens the company's strategic direction.
  • The planned IPO in 2024 could provide significant capital for expansion and innovation, benefiting employees and stakeholders alike.

What critics are saying

  • The logistics and e-commerce sectors are highly competitive, requiring ShipBob to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Expansion into new markets and services, such as the recent addition of a fulfillment center in Western Canada, could strain resources and operational efficiency.

What makes ShipBob unique

  • ShipBob's proprietary warehouse management system (WMS) ensures efficient inventory management and fast shipping, setting it apart from competitors relying on third-party systems.
  • The company's global network of fulfillment centers allows it to offer fast and reliable shipping, with over 95% of orders shipped within two days in the US.
  • ShipBob's additional services like EDI-automated wholesale and retail workflows provide seamless integration with retailers, a feature not commonly offered by competitors.

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Benefits

Flexible time off

Remote HQ

401K match

Quarterly wellness days

Meeting-less Fridays

Parental leave

Happy hours, snacks, & club

Medical, dental, & vision coverage

Pet insurance