Assistant shipping manager vs receiving lead

Differences between assistant shipping manager and receiving lead duties and responsibilities

Assistant shipping manager example responsibilities.

• Manage EDI process for largest companies.
• Deliver packed items to USPS.
• Maintain WMS system (MAPICS) on a daily basis.
• Coordinate the logistics of loading and unloading of PTL and FTL shipments.
• Procure and schedule logistics resources to minimize costs and ensure positive client experience.
• Load trailers for outbound when need, full trailers, LTL's and containers.
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Receiving lead example responsibilities.

• Manage distribution costs; maintain contracts with shipping companies; organize mass mailings using USPS.
• Implement an operating WMS that work in conjunction with wrist mount RF units for optimum pick productivity.
• Allocate necessary space for stock rotation and assist with proper FIFO process.
• Supply production areas with materials using FIFO to ensure flow of production.
• Inspect product following spec and ISO procedures and enter receiver into system.
• Check all incoming products against shipping labels or BOL's to ensure the accuracy of the shipment.
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