Logistics Manager
LHH is seeking a Logistics Manager for a Direct Hire, Permanent Placement position with a distribution client in Indianapolis, IN. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a diverse team that continues to grow and expand! This organization has a long history and has a very team-centric culture with a strong work/life balance. You will be responsible for managing international shipments throughout the supply chain process, working with party contractors for domestic shipments, maintaining DOT regulations and reporting, etc. The compensation ranges between $90,000-105,000 per year and includes a quarterly bonus program, several medical insurance program options, 401k plan with a company match, and generous PTO and holiday offerings.
***H1B/Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position***
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee the logistics and transportation of goods between international supplier sites to internal distribution centers and then to customer locations
- Maintain all permits, registrations, and licenses that may be required by DOT and other state regulatory agencies
- Select appropriate delivery methods to minimize delivery costs and maximize customer satisfaction
- Manage any and all transportation related claims and customer billing questions/disputes
- Work to streamline and improve logistics management and billing processes to ensure invoices are accurate and timely
- Manage transportation/traffic staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs
- Ensure that departmental objectives and goals are being met and that all approved budgets are properly managed
- Lead planning meetings with department leaders to ensure on-time delivery
- Anticipate planning based on customer prior year purchases & current stock levels
- Analyze and resolve process-related stoppages to prevent backlogs
- Work with approved suppliers for product availability, market conditions, and ensures contracts are in place where required
- Manage change, inventory control, financial analysis and ensure proper distribution of inventory for any discontinued, damaged and/or obsolete inventory items
- Communicate daily movement of materials from point A to B in all distribution areas and locations
- Implement continuous improvement methods (Six Sigma, Lean, etc.) for distribution and for Environmental, Health, and Safety proposes
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor Degree is required for this position (preferably within Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field)
- A minimum of 5 years of logistics, transportation, and/or traffic experience is required
- A minimum of 3 years of experience operating or managing commercial/for-hire and/or private fleet is required
- Must have previous work experience with an international supply chain
- Previous management or supervision experience within a distribution environment is preferred
- Must understand freight terms and have experience with negotiations
- Must be willing to learn, self-motivated, and a positive leader
- ***H1B/Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position***
If you or someone in your network fit this profile and would like to apply for this Logistics Manager job with a distribution client located in Indianapolis, Indiana, please submit your application alongside your resume using the link in this posting.
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level -
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Full-time -
Job function
Strategy/Planning, Supply Chain, and Distribution -
Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage and Warehousing and Storage
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