Logistics Supervisor

Responsible for managing Shipping and Receiving Clerks, Logistics Coordinators and Material Handlers within the shipping and receiving departments.

• Identify requirements for proper documentation for customs on international shipments
• Provide leadership in on-going cost reduction and continuous improvement programs
• Develop, implement and execute logistics sourcing strategies, practices and procedures in alignment with business unit leaders
• Develop and implement negotiation strategies for logistic services, including all types of inbound and outbound transportation, warehousing, crating/packaging, and freight bill auditing
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to establish correct Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) and Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS)
• Develop and be accountable for budget/standard cost for quarterly/annual operating and long‑range planning
• Evaluate supplier quotations using appropriate negotiation and procurement analysis techniques and implement proper contracts with emphasis on quality, price and service
• Manage shipping schedule and oversee incoming and outgoing shipping and receiving activities to ensure accuracy, completeness and condition of shipments
• Coordinate with Engineering, Project Management and Manufacturing departments for advanced identification of shipments with special requirements for permits, routes and equipment
• Manage all facets of material receivables and stock room activities
• Ensure employees have proper access to necessary tools, and that the tools are routinely inspected and maintained
• Create and sustain a safe work environment
• Deliver supervisory functions including, but not limited to, talent acquisition, performance management and employee relations

• Minimum of 5 years logistics and logistics contract negotiation experience, preferably in the electrical/power component industry
• Minimum 1 year of proven supervisory experience
• Expertise in executing Receiving/Inventory Control through Oracle Systems

• Experience with Oracle

• Must be able to communicate effectively across multiple cultures and work well in a global team environment
• Ability to solve problems in a fast‑paced environment
• Proven ability to develop effective working relationships
• Demonstrated capability in managing team activities
• Strong planning/project management skills

Physical Requirements:

• Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs
• Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction in a repetitive manner continuously
• Continuous standing, walking 50-300 foot distances for long periods of time with only occasional sitting
• Walking up to 300 feet frequently and standing continuously throughout the shift with short periods of sitting