Head of Outbound

  • Full-time

Company Description

Huckberry is an independent online retailer and magazine for those who love adventure. We're a team of 80ish based in San Francisco, California with offices in Columbus, Ohio.

Over a million and a half young, active professionals trust us as their leading resource for emerging brands, gear, and lifestyle inspiration.

We're bootstrapped, profitable and proud (read our story here: Bit.ly/TheHuckberryStory), and have been called "the future of eCommerce for guys." We look forward to meeting you.

Job Description

We are currently looking for a Head of Outbound for our Columbus warehouse.

This is a position for an active team leader excited to hit the ground running as we leap into peak season!

 

Responsibilities:

  • Work collaboratively and report directly to the Warehouse Manager in Ohio
  • Day to day packing and shipping duties
  • Leading and delegating of shipping team (up to 20 people) and packing team (up to 50 people) in day to day tasks and special projects
  • Preparing and submitting bills of landing for international and domestic carriers, managing inbound and outbound carrier equipment, tracking the volume of outbound parcels, etc.
  • Analyzing, preparing, and submitting requests for restocking of shipping supplies weekly
  • Communicate effectively and proactively with shipping and packing department team members, head of CX, and other warehouse departments
  • Train packers and shippers on warehouse best practices
  • Identify picking error trends and communicate these with warehouse manager

 

Working conditions:

  • Constantly active in a large warehouse and on your feet for extended periods of time
  • Repetitive motion, finger dexterity and small motor skills a must
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs
  • Operationally sound with pallet jacks and other standard warehouse tools

Benefits / Perks / Company info:

  • Health and Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off / Paid Sick Leave
  • End of Year Bonus
  • Weekly Free Meal
  • Employee Discounts
  • Air-conditioned break room with refrigerator, sink, and ice
  • Fast-paced, high energy startup environment
  • Free parking onsite

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

 

 

  • 1+ years package handling or shipping experience (including packing best practices)
  • Team leadership experience
  • Think proactively and communicate efficiently
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Quick and accurate worker
  • Advanced understanding of Google products, Microsoft Office, basic PC skills
  • Firm grasp of US geography and basic knowledge of world geography
  • Must be able to commute to Rickenbacker airport area daily

Pluses:

  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred
  • E-commerce or retail experience ideal
  • Experience leading small teams (10-20 people)
  • Familiarity with the Huckberry brand
  • Experience working effectively in a fast-paced start-up environment
  • Creativity

 

Additional Information

Want to get know us better?

Check out our:

  • Journal: http://huckberry.com/blog
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Huckberry
  • Instagram: http://instagram.com/huckberry
  • Twitter: https://twitter.com/Huckberry

Huckberry is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.