Description
Job Title: Logistics Manager
Division - Mill
Reports To: Regional Logistics Manager
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and coordinate inbound and outbound rail shipments, including the switching of cars on campus to ensure consistent and timely flow of product in and out of the facility.
- Manage all inbound deliveries and outbound truck shipments.
- Understand and be able to perform all aspects of the material handler’s job.
- Manage current inventory and conduct regular inventories as requested
- Ensure all rates and loads are accurate in the TMW system.
- Understand how to lay out a warehouse to maximize storage and flow in and out of the warehouses
- Train and manage all direct reports.
- Maintain a positive, solution-orientated work environment.
- Support, implement and manage all required mill and corrugator work rules and policies.
- Control cost.
- Responsible for all shifts, weekends and holidays. Create and implement work schedule.
- Work closely with other Logistics Managers to ensure maximum utilization of assets.
- Liaise and interface with the mill and corrugator teams to ensure all service needs are met.
- Manage a fleet of approximately 15 tractor trailers and drivers.
- Safety – enforce all safety rules and lead by example.
- Housekeeping – work area must be kept clean and presentable.
- Have a plan to cover for vacations and unpredictable circumstances
- Any and all other duties as assigned
Skills and Qualifications:
- Understanding of Supply Chain Management: Familiarity with the entire supply chain process, from sourcing to delivery.
- Knowledge of Logistics Software and Systems: Familiarity with ERP and TMS systems, for example. Computer literate (TMW, ADP, MS Office including Word and Excel as well as accounting software)
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills are essential for liaising with various stakeholders.
- Organizational and Time Management Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Problem-solving Skills: Ability to identify and resolve logistical challenges.
- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data and identify areas for improvement.
- Attention to Detail: Accuracy in managing shipments and inventory.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Employee is regularly required to walk and talk and hear.
- The employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee is occasionally required to sit.
- Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
