Warehouse & Logistics Manager (Melville)

Warehouse&LogisticsManager(ImmediateNeed)

Location : Melville,NY

Company : GilbertTradeShows|LiveEvents|ArchitecturalInteriors

Type : Full-Time|On-Site|4550hrs / week(weekendavailabilityrequired)

Gilbert is a design, build and fabricate company specializing in trade shows, live events and architectural interiors.We dont just ship products, we manage client-owned assets, ensuring every item that leaves our facility returns safely and efficiently.We are looking for a hands-on Warehouse & Logistics Manager to take charge of the department and drive change cross two facilities.This role is critical in supporting a range of fast-paced, high impact projects from rapid turnaround field activations to permanent on-site installations.Youll oversee all warehouse activity, shipping and freight coordination, vendor relationships and scheduling of drivers and crews.The ideal candidate thrives under pressure, is solutions-oriented and brings a proactive mindset to improving systems and team performance.This role requires cross-functional collaboration, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt quickly to shifting project demand schedules.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Oversee all shipping and freight activities, including arranging shipments across the US.
• Plan and coordinate deliveries to support client installations, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with project timelines.
• Manage time-sensitive schedules with minimal room for delay, managing logistics for fast paced, high visibility projects.
• Work closely with internal and external contacts to coordinate delivery windows.
• Oversee packaging, loading and safe transport of large, custom built items with specialist requirements (crating, rigging, protective packaging)
• Be available to support occasional weekend and after-hours activity during peak project times.
• Serve as the logistical point of contract for on-site activities, liaising with external vendors, contractors, etc. as needed.
• Review, revise and implement SOPs to drive operational excellence.
• Partner with internal teams to align facility, labor and equipment resources with client project deadlines.

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