Job description

At WestRock, we seek to be the most respected in the industry. Our employees are committed to exceeding their customers' expectations - every time. If you enjoy this shared commitment to excellence and discovering value where others haven’t, we would like you to consider WestRock as your employer of choice.

Opportunity Summary: The primary responsibility of this position is to ensure all branches have the necessary fleet delivery and material handling equipment (MHE) to service all customers at the lowest cost. Fleet delivery equipment (FDE) includes tractors, trailers, straight trucks, and variations in each category by branch. MHE includes forklifts, pallet jacks, stackers, lifts and other warehouse operational equipment. Accountability includes working with corporate procurement serving as key liaison for the division in this category. Goals for this role include keeping all leases current, obtaining new or replacing old equipment timely, optimizing equipment needs, improving equipment utilization, and lowering cost per unit. This role can be based out of a Victory branch.

How you will impact Victory Packaging:
Coordinates the purchase and/or leasing of all field equipment needs (MHE and FDE) to the specification of operations in each branch.

Oversees and manages the entire process from identification of need through financial approval/justification to PO creation and vendor delivery.

Works with corporate procurement to obtain all necessary equipment at the lowest cost.

Responsible for updating and maintaining an accurate inventory of all FDE and MHE in the division at all branches (owned and leased).

Manages all spot needs for rental equipment to handle peak demand.

Ensures equipment is insured, registered, and otherwise brought into compliance with all City, State, and Federal regulations.

Accountable for accuracy of all invoiced vendor equipment charges. Is actively auditing and reviewing with vendors.

Controls costs through inventory and asset management, while working with the branches.

Ensures preventative maintenance programs are in place for all equipment.

Tracks all sold/junked assets and manages these out of the company through the end-of-life cycle.

Monitors progress of area’s key performance indicators (KPIs) actual vs. target on a monthly basis.

Submits monthly progress reports on inventory and cost control initiatives.

Exhibits behavior in alignment with our core values at all times.

What it takes to succeed:
Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Business, Transportation or Logistics.

5+ logistics equipment management experience.

Person must be able to work independently and proactively.

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); and other applications as required

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Ability to support and drive change in processes within organization

What we offer:
Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.

Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.

An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.

A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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