LAKEVIEW FARMS Hiring for Vice President of Logistics Job at Delphos, OH Full Time

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Vice President of Logistics REPORTS TO: Sr. VP – Operations

FLSA CLASS: Exempt

ID NUMBER: LOG0001.0 EFFECTIVE DATE: May 28, 2021

The Vice President of Logistics will work cross functionally to develop and execute strategies, visions, and goals for the company’s logistics and warehousing at multiple locations. The foundation of the position is built on continual improvement, team development, embracing technology, strong communication, best in class customer service, and the ability to manage significant growth and drive financial performance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Build on and develop a culture of continual improvement. Focus on process improvement, cost savings opportunities, and team development.
• Utilize technology and systems to drive improvement in the process. Fully utilize the current technology, recommend new technology that will drive process improvement, and implement new systems that will be critical to a growing business.
• Develop and utilize key performance indicators (KPIs), metrics and reporting to help drive logistics and warehouse performance, model capacity constraints, and drive continual improvement.
• Develop solutions that leverage the company’s volume, systems and partnerships while providing consistently high levels of customer service in a cost-effective manner.
• Create a transportation and warehouse strategy that provides for short and long term benefits. The strategy should include succession planning, capacity planning, and utilization of technology, capital planning, carrier strategies, warehouse utilization, and continual improvement.
• Identify and prioritize logistics and warehouse needs and communicate recommendations to senior management to achieve the most efficient product distribution model.
• Develops plans in conjunction with the IT Dept. for new areas of technology for the functions along with sufficient planning for areas that support the mission of the Corporation within Operations.
• Mentor and develop your team to create a pathway for future growth and develop the next group of leaders in the company.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other departments in the company in establishing and carrying out responsibilities.
• Perform other duties and special projects as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must possess a thorough understanding of supply chain and transportation methods/modes, cost structures, service requirements, tariffs, equipment and infrastructure to ensure optimal day-to-day management of business, while building optimal future network.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a project-oriented environment.
• Expert ability to influence and effectively communicate with individuals/groups from varied backgrounds and skill levels.
• Detail and multi-task oriented.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills, and implementation and facilitation skills.
• LEAN/Six Sigma experience (Green belt or higher) a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Hands-on Leadership style
• Knowledge of and experience with varied warehousing and transportation information systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Builds trust & confidence with business unit and customers
• Team player

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains management-level Logistics and Warehouse staff.
• Oversees the daily workflow of the department.
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.

Education and Experience:

• College Graduate-BA or BS Background Preferred (but not required):
• Process Improvement (i.e. Lean, Six Sigma)
• At least ten years of Senior Logistics & Inventory Optimization Management – Logistics, Transportation & Supply Chain Management experience highly preferred.

Background Required:

• Knowledgeable within Transportation (procurement, carrier acquisition, negotiating pricing and carrier development strategy)
• Distribution related Key Performance Indicators (i.e., Inventory, Fill Rate, Backorders, Stock Outs, Past Due ETAs)
• Drive optimization of inventory management in a multi-SKU, multivendor environment.
• Systems knowledgeable (ERP, Transportation, Warehousing)
• Route Management and Optimization (exception management, daily routes, scheduling, dispatch)
• DC Layout, efficiency, technology
• Computer literate (Microsoft Suite: PowerPoint, Word, Excel)

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• On call

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
All visitors are required to sign in, have temperature taken and wear masks.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Logistics: 10 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

• Multiple locations

Work Remotely:

• No