Logistics Manager

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Base Salary: $75,000 - $105,000

Job ID: 1037

Logistics Manager for a publicly traded industry leading global manufacturer. Will report to the Facility Manager for Logistics supporting an organization’s largest plant with over 2500 associates. Will manage up to 5 direct reports within a 24/7 global logistics center with 90 associates shipping over 100 full truckloads (TL) of finished products a day. Will manage the day to day distribution, transportation and logistics functions including stock control, flow of goods, delivery management system as well as liaison with suppliers, cross dock & 3PL partners. Will develop key performance indicators (KPI’s) for the distribution function and establishes overall performance objectives for the function. Will be required to perform as a change agent who collaborates and influences across and up the organization. Must be capable of translating objectives and needs into deliverable strategy to achieve business goals set for the Distribution and Logistics function. Must be skilled in balancing risk (i.e. capacity, constraints) with improvement opportunities. Focusing on building a world-class team, utilizing and deploying lean techniques, driving continuous improvement activities and achievement of superior performance across all KPIs.

Background Required:

  • Distribution, Logistics, Transportation and/or Material Planning (5 years minimum)
  • Supervisory or Management in Supply Chain, Distribution or Logistics (3 Years minimum)
  • Highly regulated Manufacturing environment (i.e. FDA)
  • Knowledge of working with both plant mfg and 3PL partners
  • History of developing KPI’s/Metrics measurements
  • Knowledge of strong EHS standards
  • Project Management skills
  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree
  • Location: North Carolina

 

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