Serve as the key leader for indirect spend and relationship management for all freight and warehouse partners. Lead high performing teams to ensure service and cost metrics are met. Strategically look ahead and design the network support for the future.
Accountabilities:- Full responsibility for our transportation carrier network, 3PL warehouse partners, and internal warehouse COE
- Act as key leader within the logistics team to bridge constraint gaps and strategically think about the network of the future
- Partner closely with our strategic vendors to ensure we have top level service and competitive cost structure
- Process improvement driven to reduce waste and maximize service levels
- Productivity initiatives to drive further value from logistics
Key Metrics & Financial Targets:- On-Time Shipments > 75%
- In-Full Shipments > 85%
- Case Fill % >99%
- Inventory Age
- 0 Unforced Inventory Obsolescence
- Carrier Service targets
- Freight and WH Spend
Own:- Carrier, WH 3PL, and WH real estate contracts
- Warehouse strategy to support inventory builds and peak season surge
Influence:- Demand, supply, and customer service to hit service levels in cost conscience way
Veto:- Veto or escalate anything causing us significant spend exposure tied to in-directs
Critical Relationships:- This role will work strategically across all business units within the supply chain
Skills Needed To Be Successful:- Bachelor's degree, MBA or CPA
- 10+ years in Logistics roles showing continued growth and leadership
- Team player who can work and communicate with all levels of employees
- Experience managing teams and significant indirect spend
Compensation:Compensation offered to prospective Team Members has taken internal equity into consideration and can vary depending on a positions' location. The final agreed upon wage may vary based on the job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the individual.
- Competitive annual salary $166,000 - $207,000 in Chicago, IL
- Bonus plan designed to recognize company performance and individual contributions
- Comprehensive health and welfare benefits
- Company matching 401(k) contributions
- Paid time off including annual leave, paid sick time and holidays
- Extensive opportunities for training, development, and career growth
