Support strategy execution for logistics and warehousing
Implement financial metrics and associated KPIs for supply-chain network and vendors
Develop and implement global transportation cost-savings programs for year-over-year savings
Identify project responsibilities, delegating phases and elements to appropriate personnel
Maintain awareness of industry and global logistics trends that will benefit company in the marketplace
Responsibilities
Lead daily control meetings, identifying issues and actions to be taken
Conduct root-cause analysis of failures and take corrective actions
Provide oversight for budgetary, scheduling, and project database, and report regularly to senior managers about progress, plans, and problems that could affect costs or schedules
Consult with various internal business units and vendors to identify opportunities for improvements of the supply-chain network
Manage compliance, quality control, and quality assurance standards and specifications
Required skills and qualifications
Three or more years of experience in logistics for wholesale distribution or retail supply chain
Four or more years of experience in project management or a leadership position
Strong systems skills, including proficiency with integrated software applications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred skills and qualifications
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in business administration, with focus on supply-chain management
Knowledge of end-to-end logistics operations (including maritime, over-the-road, rail, customs, and warehousing)
