LOGISTICS MANAGER

We are looking for a Logistics Manager for our Columbus, Ohio facility.

Summary: Direct the Logistics department to align with local and corporate standards and targets. Coordinate the day-to-day operations for all aspects of logistics, including distribution, inventory, and shipping/receiving. Arrange the warehousing and shipping of products to customers. Investigate and respond to inquiries regarding distribution and shipping/receiving.

• Maintain a safe workplace and proactively manage the safety culture.
• Manage in accordance with ISO standards 9001,14001,45001, and 37301.
• Manage all inbound and outbound goods movements, ensuring timely and accurate entries into the ERP system.
• Ensure delivery of product free from damage, on time, and in full.
• Manage vendors and drive high performance, negotiate rates.
• Set housekeeping standards and inspect regularly.
• Effectively lead subordinate supervisors and employees.
• Maintain discipline, monitor attendance, and appraise performance.
• Using continuous improvement methods, develop, recommend, and implement measures to improve methods and equipment performance.
• Ensure employees are trained on Standard Operating Procedures and Risk Assessments.
• Report KPI's as required.
• Keep within all relevant budgets and monitor freight costs vs revenues.
• Responsible for performing tasks involved in traffic logistics management, including delivery creation, invoicing, customs documentation, product distribution, and inventory control.
• Schedule and coordinate shipments to meet internal and external customer requirements.
• Provide services that guarantee the timely and accurate delivery of goods manufactured by third parties inside or outside the organization.
• Submit reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Manage, organize, and control inventory.
• Respond to any internal or external complaints with effective RC/CA.
• Working with other departments to incorporate logistics with company procedures and operations.
• Follow the Group Code of Conduct and Group Compliance.
• Follow Compliance requirements per "KNA-SOP-1705 Compliance Roles and Responsibilities."
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, logistics, supply chain, or relevant field.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role.
• Solid understanding of logistics and inventory management software.
• Outstanding analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Computer Skills:

• Must be highly proficient in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook and SAP.

Other Skills and Requirements:

• Excellent spelling, grammar, and written communication skills.
• Excellent telephone and oral communication skills.
• Must be extremely proactive, organized, and deadline oriented.
• Must be detail-oriented, organized, and able to multitask effectively.
• A team player who should also be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Customer service oriented.
• Demonstrates analytical and problem-solving skills.

Personal Attributes:

The successful candidate will exhibit the following attributes:

Hands-On Safety Leadership

• Is visibly safety-minded in a busy plant environment where priorities can change quickly.
• Is steady, consistent, and personally grounded in standards others can trust.
• Remains attentive to conditions that affect people, equipment, and product movement.

Working Supervisor Presence

• Earns credibility by being approachable, practical, and willing to stay close to the work.
• Is comfortable leading from the floor rather than relying on distance or title.
• Balances authority with teamwork in a small, hands-on operating environment.

Steady Operational Judgment

• Stays composed when shipment timing, inventory accuracy, or customer expectations create pressure.
• Shows sound judgment by weighing urgency against safety, compliance, cost, and quality.
• Is practical and decisive without becoming reactive or careless.

Disciplined Process Mindset

• Values structure, accuracy, and repeatable standards in daily logistics work.
• Is naturally attentive to details that affect inventory, shipping quality, and ISO expectations.
• Takes pride in consistency when small errors can create larger operational issues.

Fair Team Accountability

• Is consistent, fair, and direct when setting expectations with frontline employees.
• Is present, respectful, and clear in ways that make others comfortable trusting their direction.
• Has a firm but balanced leadership style rooted in respect, morale, and teamwork.

Practical Learning Agility

• Is curious about better ways to work while staying grounded in what is realistic on the floor.
• Is open to learning new tools, asking questions, and adapting as processes evolve.
• Relies on sound judgment when considering technology-enabled information, recommendations, or change.

Reliable Cross-Functional Partner

• Is dependable and straightforward when working across production, inventory, customer service, and vendors.
• Understands the pressure created when logistics decisions affect other parts of the operation.
• Has a strong sense of ownership while remaining cooperative, service-minded, and easy to work with.

Salary range $85,000 - $97,000 (We take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining final salary - therefore, base pay offered will vary depending on geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills and experience.)

Sponsorship is not available for this position

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here represent those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform key responsibilities.

• Body Movement & Posture: Standing or walking for extended periods, frequent bending, stooping, crouching, or kneeling, climbing stairs or ladders, crawling, or working in confined spaces.
• Manual Dexterity & Handling: Using hands and fingers to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects, operating machinery or tools with precision, repetitive motion tasks (e.g., packaging, sorting).
• Strength & Lifting: Lifting and carrying materials (often 25-50 lbs.). Pushing or pulling carts, pallets, or equipment. Adjusting body movements to match the pace of moving objects.
• Sensory Requirements: Near and far visual acuity for spotting defects or reading gauges. Hearing alarms, instructions, or machinery sounds. Peripheral vision for monitoring surroundings.
• Cognitive & Environmental Factors: Maintaining focus in noisy or fast-paced environments. Performing tasks independently or in teams. Exposure to heat, cold, dust, or chemicals, depending on the facility.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 401k with company match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Fitness Reimbursement, Educational Assistance, Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Life Assistance Program.