Dock Specialist, Shipping

FUNCTION

Lead and coordinate activities of the shipping dock and related functions of the shipping department. Work alongside shipping associates to provide daily direction and communication to execute daily plans in accordance with Vera Bradley’s objectives and standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for directing shipping dock associates to various positions based on the daily work load
• Aid in overseeing work flow and elevate any associate or work related issues to management team as appropriate
• Utilize customer’s vendor portals to execute shipping schedule
• Study shipping schedules, order schedules and other records to determine shipping priorities and work assignments in order to meet shipping requirements
• Create and ensure accurate completion of all required paperwork, records, documents, etc. (i.e. Bill of Ladings, export documents)
• Troubleshoot problem containers and resolve any issues related to delivery
• Closely and confirm shipping loads to ensure revenue compliance with Accounting & Finance guidelines
• Train new personnel on dock and procedures
• Sort, organize and stage shipments on dock
• Contact carriers and route shipments; communicate disposition of shipments to necessary parties
• Update and provide tracking information to Customer Service and other necessary parties
• Have knowledge of the general standards for all Key Accounts customers to ensure our shipments are in compliance with their standards
• Participate in continuous improvement projects
• Help promote a safe work environment
• Promote high standards and help motivate the team to meet daily shipping dock goals
• Act as a Brand Ambassador, consistently modeling and upholding the Vera Bradley Core Values

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school graduate
• 3 years warehouse/dock experience strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• First Responder training preferred
• Experience with Warehouse Management System (WMS) required
• Forklift experience required

ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Constant walking and standing
• Frequent bending, stooping and reaching, climbing ladders
• Physical stamina to maintain adequate productivity rates
• Occasional lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Strong sensory skills, such as good eyesight, good hearing, and dexterity
• Ability to operate office equipment, including computers, copiers, fax machines and phones and warehouse equipment including forklift

COMPENSATION

We are proud of the competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefit package provided to our associates and their families. Our compensation package is designed to meet our associates today and help them plan for the future.

HEALTH BENEFITS

• Medical plan options including both a HDHP/HSA plan and a PPO plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending accounts
• Survivor Benefits
• Life insurance provides peace of mind for your family should the unexpected happen. Employer provided 2X your salary in life insurance
• Accidental Death and Disability insurance
• Voluntary life insurance for you, your spouse and your children
• Income Protection
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability

RETIREMENT PLAN

• The Vera Bradley 401k plan helps you accumulate savings for retirement
• 401k with generous company match, immediate vesting (age and service requirement)
• Strong line up of professionally managed funds
• Safe-harbor plan design
• Paid Time Off
• Earn up to 3 weeks of paid time off in your first year of employment with opportunity to earn more
• 9 paid holidays a year
• Paid bereavement leave

OPPORTUNITIES FOR LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND CAREER ADVANCEMENT

• Opportunities for leadership development, skill development and career advancement

ANCILLARY BENEFITS AND PROGRAMS

• Bonus opportunity
• Identity protection
• Legal services
• Pet insurance
• Cell phone discount
• Employee referral bonus
• Annual birthday gift
• DailyPay
• Corporate fitness facility
• Individual policies through Aflac

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/VETS/DISABLED

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. Vera Bradley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.