Logistics Manager
1 month ago
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager: Inbound Logistics to join our team at Level-Up. As a key member of our logistics team, you will be responsible for overseeing the inbound logistics operations, focusing on strategic planning, optimal arrival management, and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Logistics Planning and Management:
- Develop and implement logistics plans to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of materials and semi-finished products to plants and finished products to customers.
- Manage inbound capacity and material requirements for road, rail, and port logistics, ensuring optimal use of resources and minimizing delays.
- Coordinate inbound loads with production facilities to ensure accurate arrival times and minimize stock losses.
- Monitor operational performance, ensuring staff meet KPI targets and take ownership of performance.
- Minimize damages and stock losses through effective inventory management and quality control.
- System and Technology Oversight:
- Act as a TMS functional super-user, managing system setup, training, and usage to ensure optimal use of technology and minimize errors.
- Monitor and implement new supply chain technologies to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
- Carrier and Supplier Management:
- Negotiate carrier contracts and ensure compliance with divisional and legislative requirements.
- Develop and review carrier scorecards and business reviews to ensure optimal performance and minimize costs.
- Performance Monitoring and Improvement:
- Develop strategic delivery models for current and future markets, ensuring optimal use of resources and minimizing costs.
- Manage KPIs, including empty kilometers, fuel costs, cost per kilometer, payload, and on-time delivery, to ensure optimal performance and minimize costs.
- Resource and Budget Management:
- Manage capacity and material requirements from trucks to storage, ensuring optimal use of resources and minimizing costs.
- Oversee budgeting and P&L responsibilities, ensuring optimal use of resources and minimizing costs.
- Customer and Compliance Responsibilities:
- Resolve customer issues related to service failures, ensuring prompt and effective resolution.
- Ensure compliance with divisional and legislative requirements, including OHSA policies and safety standards.
- Cross-Functional Coordination:
- Coordinate with inventory management and outbound functions for optimal stock availability and customer experience.
- Participate in meetings to stay informed about company needs and logistics industry trends.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- Certification such as APICS is advantageous.
- Up to 8 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in operational leadership or specialist roles.
Behavioral Competencies:
- Decisiveness and initiative
- Leadership and supervision
- People management and coaching
- Adherence to principles and values
- Networking and negotiation
- Communication and presentation skills
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving
- Innovation and strategic planning
- Personal goal achievement
Technical Competencies:
- Extensive experience in logistics and supply chain management
- Practical knowledge of transportation and warehousing
- Proficient in budgeting, cost management, and labor relations
- Expertise in logistics management and people development
- Strong technology knowledge and skills
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