Logistics & Materials Manager

Company: Job Juncture
Location: Buffalo Grove
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

In this role you will manage the safe, efficient, and timely flow and warehousing of goods; actively implement and control the overall distribution concept and strategy.
You will monitor and control receiving, movement, and shipping of parts and products throughout multiple locations, as well as the -material handling of rejects, proper handling and movement of parts internally and externally. - A focus on overseeing incoming and outgoing material to ensure accuracy and completeness, and to ensure all operational procedures for material movement inside and between plants are followed. - You will be the owner of -of Kanban systems, setting up, removing and monitoring.

**Management of missing/misplaced parts: Monitor, elevate and take actions to achieve metrics.**

In addition you will be responsible for leading a team of 4 direct reports and -65-70 indirect reports. - -Supervise Shipping, Receiving, Material Handling and Domestic Transportation

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• Coordinate activities of departments to deliver efficient material movement to drive costs/inventory investment down while improving accuracy and response time to customers
  
• Manage the supply chain at the plant level, interfacing with vendors, third-party providers, and the materials/supply chain system
  
• Support plant business units' quality, safety, productivity, and customer service goals
  
• Oversee production and packaging operations, procurement of materials, inventory control, and the effective utilization of personnel within the material handling group
  
• Manage the domestic transportation logistics including cost and quality audits
  
• Work closely with various shipping carriers and 3PL providers to assure standards are being met
  
• Audit logistics carriers / 3PL invoices and approval.
  
• Provide Continuous Improvement Processes and work closely with the IT team to develop these projects from inception to completion including implementation and training
  
• Work closely with plant warehouse, packaging, and procurement operations; provide necessary product quantities, correct orders, and on-time deliveries through proper daily production scheduling of packaging and processing materials
  
• Review, analyze, modify, and implement efficient and effective department processes, policies and procedures for all receiving, shipping and material handling operations
  
• Develop, implement and monitor the department budget; manage expenses within approved budget constraints
  
• Identify, document and implement opportunities for continuous improvement
  
• Hire, train, supervise, motivate, lead and develop material handling/logistics staff; manage schedules and workflow
  
• Assign duties and monitor quality of staff work; assure staff conforms to organizational policies and procedures and government regulations
  
• Provide day-to-day guidance and oversight of subordinates; actively work to promote and recognize performance
  
• Monitor overall activities of the team, identifying problem areas and taking corrective actions
  
• Arrange and optimize material flow of the factory for productivity and safety
  
• Maintain metrics and analyze data to assess performance of personnel and implement improvements
  
• Review, develop, and implement warehouse location management processes including location optimization and reduction of touch time
  
• Develop and maintain metrics to track Picking, Receiving, Cycle Counts, inventory adjustments, and other warehousing activities
  
  
  Education, Qualifications, Experience
  
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  • Bachelor's degree in an applicable field
    
  • 5+ years experience in a manufacturing and/or supply chain environment
    
  • Success building and leading strong teams
    
  • Commitment to excellence and high standards
    
  • Basic understanding of subordinates' duties and responsibilities
    
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills are crucial to the success of this person in this role
    
  • Ability to manage priorities and workflow
    
  • Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
    
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees
    
  • Proficient in ERP/MRP systems. - -
    
  • Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines with strong sense of urgency
    
  • Strong interpersonal and excellent written and oral communication skills
    
  • Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels
    
  • Demonstrated sound judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
    
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills a plus
    
  • Must be able to lift and move a minimum of 45 pounds without assistance
    
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    Are you prepared to work for a premier Chicagoland area manufacturing employer? - Our client is a multi-Million dollar global producer of top notch products, seen as the best in their business! - Come join a great team in an employee owned company. - Enjoy a strong salary and excellent benefits, along with career growth, job challenge and a feeling of accomplishment / success.
    
    ---**To be considered for employment you must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer and you will not require employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.***
    

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