About the Role:The Logistics Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing the end-to-end logistics operations within the wholesale trade sector, with a particular focus on the food industry. This position is responsible for ensuring efficient transportation management, warehousing, and reverse logistics processes to maintain a seamless supply chain. The role demands strategic planning and execution to enhance supply chain optimization, reduce costs, and improve delivery timelines while complying with regulatory standards. The Logistics Manager will collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to manage international logistics and ensure the timely distribution of goods across the United States. Ultimately, this role aims to drive operational excellence and customer satisfaction by maintaining a robust and responsive logistics framework.
Minimum Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics management, preferably within the food industry or wholesale trade sector.
- Proven expertise in transportation management, warehousing, and reverse logistics.
- Strong knowledge of supply chain optimization techniques and international logistics regulations.
- Proficiency with logistics management software and tools.
Preferred Qualifications:- Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Business Administration.
- Certification such as Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD).
- Experience working with large-scale distribution networks and multi-modal transportation systems.
- Familiarity with sustainability practices in logistics and supply chain operations.
- Experience managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:- Develop and implement comprehensive logistics strategies tailored to the food industry and wholesale trade requirements.
- Manage transportation operations, including route planning, carrier selection, and freight cost negotiation to optimize delivery efficiency.
- Oversee warehousing and warehouse management activities to ensure proper inventory control, storage, and timely dispatch of goods.
- Coordinate reverse logistics processes to handle returns, recycling, and disposal in an environmentally responsible manner.
- Collaborate with supply chain teams to identify opportunities for process improvements and implement supply chain optimization initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards related to food safety, transportation, and international logistics.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare regular reports to track logistics performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Lead and mentor logistics staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Skills:The required skills are applied daily to ensure the smooth operation of logistics activities, from managing transportation routes to optimizing warehouse layouts and inventory levels. Expertise in reverse logistics is essential for handling product returns and minimizing waste, which is particularly important in the food industry. Supply chain optimization skills enable the Logistics Manager to analyze data and implement improvements that reduce costs and enhance delivery speed. Knowledge of international logistics ensures compliance with import/export regulations and efficient cross-border transportation. Preferred skills such as certification and experience with sustainability initiatives further enhance the ability to lead innovative projects and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the logistics team.
$90,000 - $110,000 a year
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