Masis Professional Group Hiring for Logistics Manager at Ayer, MA Full Time

About Us

We are making significant advances in food and health with new ideas and innovative technologies. We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our growing team throughout North America. As our employee, you are part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health. Our team is committed to providing amino acid-based solutions that create better lives for all.

Overview

Hands-on Leader responsible for the day-to-day operations of Warehousing (Receiving/Storing/Finished Goods, Good transfers to third party warehouses, and Production) and Fulfillment (Domestic, International, and 3PL) processes. The role makes sure that all materials follow FIFO rules and are received, inventoried, placed in respective locations, and tracked. Collaboration with planning, sales, and customer service is critical to this function to ensure inventory is turned over properly and that orders are shipped efficiently and timely, and cost-effectively. The position makes use of inventory tools, procedures, and KPIs to proactively address gaps and improve productivity. This position sits in the Corporate/Manufacturing office located in Ayer, Massachusetts.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum High School diploma; BS in Logistics Management or related field preferred.
• 5+ years supervisory/management experience in warehousing, fulfillment, or logistics operations
• Working knowledge of inventory management systems
• Exposure to warehouse physical storage operations
• Proficient use of Inventory Management tools, Microsoft tools, and fulfillment tools

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• High degree of attention to detail and excellent follow-up skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to transfer technical knowledge to practical applications.
• Able to lead and manage teams, maintaining a high level of morale and discipline.
• Must be able to occasionally work weekends, after hours, and travel to visit 3PL.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Fast-paced medical foods manufacturing environment working both in office & and plant settings.
• May perform activities in an environment that requires safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines.
• Work must be performed in a safe manner for personal protection and for the protection of other team members.
• All safety procedures, procedures described in SOPs, JHAs, and support of the ISO standards in all functional areas must be followed, enforced, and strictly complied with

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to climb stairs and work on ladders.
• Sitting, standing, walking, repetitive use of hands/arms/legs, and eye/hand coordination for 6+ hours a day
• Occasional bending, reaching overhead, crouching, balancing, pushing or pulling
• Frequent lifting of 50 lbs. or less, occasional need to lift up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Oversees entire end-to-end material and finished goods process from receiving, warehousing, transfers, and shipping (incl. 3PL) logistics.
• Ensures inventory management rules are followed and actively works to address material controls that may impact inventory.
• Ensures all transactions are properly documented and SOPs are followed.
• Ensure orders are being filled and shipped timely and accurately.
• Prevents product damage and shrinkage, accidents, and occupational hazards.
• Effectively monitors the flow of goods through the inventory management system and warehouse physical storage. Monitoring includes overseeing inventory transfer requests that are fulfilled and tracked.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and work with 5S principles.
• Ensures all Forklift and Warehouse safety rules and procedures are followed.
• Promotes a positive work environment and instills in the team a mentality of continuous improvement.
• Ensures all roles are properly staffed and cross-training plans are timely executed.
• Provides clear direction and general guidance to the department in the formulation and implementation of procedures and ensures that these are translated and enforced into action to meet operational goals. Communicates frequently KPIs and leads daily Logistics reviews with teams.
• Develops and implements business process initiatives to optimize departmental operations in accordance with overall business objectives.
• Prepares necessary SOP’s to support department goals and adherence to Logistics Best Practices.
• Analyzes trends in results and makes recommendations on ways to improve.
• Manages and provides weekly reporting.
• Assist in growing our customer base by providing excellent service.
• Maintains the highest standards of customer service by immediately attending to and resolving customer issues.