Job Description

**Job Title:

** Logistics and Supply Chain Manager

**Job Summary

**

We are seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Logistics and Supply Chain Manager to oversee, optimize, and execute our end-to-end supply chain capabilities

. In this role, you will lead the strategic planning and daily execution of procurement, inventory management, warehousing, and domestic/international distribution

. Your primary goal is to maximize operational efficiency, minimize transit and carrying costs, and ensure a seamless flow of goods from our global suppliers to our customers

. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses strong vendor negotiation skills, and uses data-driven forecasting to mitigate disruptions

.

**Core Responsibilities

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• Strategic Planning: Design, implement, and continuously refine a scalable supply chain and logistics strategy aligned with company growth goals.

• Procurement & Sourcing: Lead vendor selection, build strong supplier partnerships, and negotiate profitable service level agreements (SLAs) and contracts.

• Inventory Control: Monitor inventory across raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to maintain optimum safety stock levels while minimizing overhead.

• Logistics & Distribution: Manage inbound and outbound logistics network routing, evaluate carrier performance, and establish cost-effective shipping schedules.

• Warehouse Management: Oversee layout configurations, staffing levels, material handling assets, and strict adherence to workplace safety regulations.

• Data Analysis & Reporting: Create, evaluate, and present weekly and monthly operational dashboards tracking critical Supply Chain KPIs.

• Risk & Compliance: Resolve active supply stream disruptions, address damage claims, and ensure full compliance with customs, trade, and legal regulations.

• Team Leadership: Hire, train, and mentor logistics analysts, coordinators, and warehouse floor staff to drive a culture of continuous improvement.

**Required Skills & Qualifications

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• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a closely related industrial field.

• Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in logistics, global procurement, materials management, or production scheduling.

• Technical Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of major Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) networks, Material Requirements Planning (MRP) tools, and advanced Microsoft Excel formulas.

• Analytical Skills: Advanced capacity for complex problem-solving, predictive demand planning, and data-driven root cause analysis.

• Communication: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills built to coordinate cross-functionally with Sales, Engineering, Finance, and external vendors.

**Preferred Certifications

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• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) via ASCM.

• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM).

• Continuous improvement credentials like Lean or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.

**Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Success

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• On-Time Delivery (OTD): Meeting or exceeding targeted customer shipment arrival dates.

• Inventory Turnover: Maintaining an optimized ratio that minimizes holding costs without inducing stockouts.

• Total Logistics Cost: Reducing freight spend per unit, warehouse overhead, and tariff exposure.

• Supplier Performance Index: Measuring vendor defect rates, fulfillment accuracy, and lead-time adherence.

You should be proficient in:

• Supplier Management
• Shipping/Receiving
• Distribution Experience
• Vendor & Supplier Management
• ERP & MRP Systems
• Production Planning & Scheduling
• Inventory Management & Control
• Supplier Negotiation Experience
• ISO 14001 Certification Experience