Job Title: Logistics Manager
Summary Objective:
Responsible for overseeing all Logistics and Shipping operations as well as employees. Ensuring that products are shipped on time and in a cost-effective manner, while also managing relationships with third-party carriers or logistics providers. Developing new shipping procedures or protocols to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Manages all incoming and outgoing logistics. Works closely with the Operations and Sales teams internally to ensure customer satisfaction of delivered products. Supports the Supply Chain team for all incoming domestic and international shipments. Develops and maintains a network of carriers for domestic and international Hazmat and Non-Hazmat products.
Reports Directly to the Production Manager
· Offices at HQ Shop in the Shipping Area
Responsibilities
· Main POC for our Customers Field locations. First and most important function is scheduling delivery of loads with our clients to ensure they are ready to receive products as planned for shipment prior to load leaving.
· Keeps customers informed of delivery delays and or changes and coordinates between the carriers and the customer.
· Negotiating contracts with shipping companies and carriers to secure the best rates and services
· Reviewing documentation provided by carriers regarding DOT, ATF, Customs and Customer specific Safety requirements for compliance
· Champions delivery performance, resolution of Shipping and shipping paperwork issues, etc.
· Monitoring and adjusting freight rates, carrier rates, and insurance costs to ensure optimal pricing
· Analyzing data related to shipping operations to identify trends and make recommendations for improvement
· Overseeing the selection and hiring of new employees as well as the training of existing staff members
· Identifying transportation problems before they occur and implementing solutions
· Closely supervise/monitor the productivity levels of the shipping department in order to make sure that goals/targets are reached
· Make sure that the shipments adhere to all legal rules and/or company guidelines
· Resolve all shipping-related issues that may arise in the company
· Control and direct the movement of packages from the preparation level to the delivery level
· Manage all shipping-related documents like pack slips and any other shipping and/or delivery document
· Leads the Logistics planning from cradle to grave.
· Responsible for the selection, Onboarding, Monitoring and development of our carrier network.
· Ensures our Customers and Sales team are always up to date on deliveries for their products.
Requirements
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
· Good organizational and coordinating abilities
· Ability to Lead and work as part of a team
· Must possess good leadership skills
· Strong Computer and Microsoft Suite skills
· Must have a very flexible schedule including evening and weekends to ensure all shipments ship out as planned