Job Details
Logistics Director
Join our client, a premier wholesale distributor catering to the diverse needs of food, equipment, and supplies for independent grocery retailers and foodservice operators across the U.S. They are on the lookout for a dynamic and technically savvy Logistics Director to steer their logistics operations and contribute to the expansion of their robust network.
The Logistics Director will lead a dedicated team, drive innovation in logistics practices, and uphold efficiency in the company s supply chain operations. This role involves strategic planning, performance monitoring, data analysis, and process optimization to enhance logistics efficiency and reduce operational costs.
This Role Offers:
- The opportunity to work with a leading name in the food distribution industry.
- A role with significant impact on the company s efficiency and growth.
- Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
- A collaborative work environment that values innovation and leadership.
Focus:
- Lead and mentor a team of approximately 15 logistics professionals, overseeing training and performance.
- Employ an entrepreneurial mindset to foster continuous improvement and innovation in logistics operations.
- Cultivate internal and external partnerships to develop and refine operational practices.
- Design and implement strategies for data collection, analysis, and logistics reporting.
- Tackle supply chain inefficiencies, strategizing and executing practical solutions to improve lane and vendor performance.
- Monitor and report on logistics performance, setting and achieving benchmarks and targets.
- Address supply chain issues by implementing data-driven solutions and showcasing results.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to assess logistics cost implications and streamline cost management.
- Champion cost-saving initiatives to enhance transportation models and overall operational cost efficiency.
- Manage the development of process optimizations and project ideation to boost departmental performance.
- Oversee the generation of critical logistics reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
Skill Set:
- Proven experience in logistics, supply chain, or a closely related field.
- Background in financial, business, data analysis, or supply chain analysis is highly regarded.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel.
- A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
- Demonstrated expertise in managing teams, crafting standard operating procedures, and ensuring effective communication across various organizational departments.
- Skilled in quantitative reporting, including report development and maintenance.
- Strong communication abilities, both written and verbal.
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