Purpose of the Job
- To steer our logistics vendors/partners on daily level to perform the way that is optimal while balancing the needs of the vendors/partners. Additionally, the role will continuously look to improve processes through analysis, identification, documentation and implementation.
Key Outputs
- Manage day to day logistics operations for the DC’s, Inbound Carriers, Outbound Carriers, Pool Carriers and Stores
- Identify logistics inefficiencies and implement improvements
- Work with carriers to ensure their capacity meets demands
- Manage shipment exceptions, shipment prioritization and expedited shipments
- KPI reporting for DC’s, Carriers, Pool Carriers and Stores
- Process development and training (both internal and external)
- Tracking and tracing of shipments
- Lead quarterly carrier reviews
- Assist in data gathering for financial budgets and forecasts
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of industry experience
- Two years’ experience working within a Logistics/Distribution/Supply Chain environment
Functional Competencies
- Process understanding
- Vendor/supplier management
- Management reporting on supply chain
- Supply performance measurements and balance
- Supply chain understanding
- Understanding of North American transportation structure
Behavioral Competencies
- Work effectively within a team environment
- Self-motivated and able to manage by exception
- Customer oriented
- Ability to build relationships at various levels and influence decisions
- Resolve conflicts/discrepancies positively and professionally
- Time management skills
- Clearly and effectively communicate with others in written and verbal form
- High level of numeric skill, analytical in nature
Major Challenges
- Providing high level of service to customers under all market conditions while maintaining logistics costs at a reasonable level – balancing service and cost.