Logistics Manager

Reference: PR/601257_ An industry-leading manufacturer of custom industrial machinery is hiring a hands-on Logistics Manager to lead its warehouse, shipping, and receiving operations. You'll be a strategic thinker who's also comfortable on the floor. You'll handle the day-to-day tactics while building a long-term plan for material flow, warehouse space, and team performance.

What You'll DoLead all warehouse, inbound/outbound shipping, and internal and external receiving activities for a team of 13 associates plus contract labor, across 1st and 2nd  visible and engaged on the floor. Run daily Gemba walks, find root causes, and fix issues before they grow.

Improve inbound material flow, warehouse organization, and inventory control to cut down on pick errors and material left on the floor.

Come up with practical solutions to tight warehouse space, including layout, storage, and staging improvements.

Oversee the packing and shipping of large custom machines. A single machine can ship in 30-35 trailers to domestic and international customers.

Manage LTL, ocean, and air freight, including carrier coordination and freight negotiation.

Keep a working knowledge of domestic and international shipping rules and import/export compliance, and partner with internal compliance resources.

Use data and KPIs to track quality, accuracy, delivery times, stocking levels, and transportation costs, and to drive efficiency.

Build a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement, with standard work and 5S housekeeping.

Coach and develop the team, including growing a strong logistics lead into a bigger leadership role.

Manage the departmental budget, resource plans, and internal controls.

Work as a collaborative partner with the VP of Operations and with production, supply chain, and other cross-functional teams.

What You Bring6+ years of warehouse, logistics, or distribution experience, including 3+ years leading teams in a manufacturing environment.

A track record of turning around or improving warehouse operations and making change stick.

Strong command of operational data, plus the ability to turn metrics into action.

Hands-on knowledge of LTL, ocean, and air freight, and of domestic and international shipping requirements.

Experience with an ERP and/or WMS. Familiarity with Workwise/TCM is a plus.

An engaged, floor-focused leadership style.

Strong communication skills and the ability to hold people accountable while building engagement.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent experience will also be considered.