Logistics Manager

LOGISTICS MANAGER, Central New Jersey

Our client is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean markets.

They are currently seeking a Logistics Manager at the regional level, for a large distribution center based out New Jersey. The Manager will oversee five direct reports, three supervisors, and an extensive warehouse staff.

This is an on-site position with high growth potential and is not open for remote or hybrid work.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the entire distribution center functions ensuring quality, productivity, cost and service KPIs are continuously met and improved upon
• Manage and analyze the most cost-efficient means of utilizing time, space, and movement within the facility
• Work collaboratively with other managers and executives at company headquarters to further aid in achieving monthly sales goals and ensure timely processing and shipping of sales orders to both dealers and distributors.
• Support strategic business initiatives on a daily basis with a strong understanding of logistics organizational objectives
• Manage operational relationship with third party transportation and logistics providers
• Responsible for the purchasing of all equipment and supplies for the Distribution Center

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience required
• 7 years of related experience and management of typically two or more regular full-time employees (one of whom must be exempt)
• A strong background in management with training in supervision, problem solving, and motivational skills is required
• A minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in distribution management along with 2-3 years’ experience in planning and inventory control systems is necessary
• A strong knowledge in freight transportation and shipping/receiving is helpful. Requires excellent oral and written communications skills as well as highly developed interpersonal skills
• A strong background in management with training in supervision, problem solving, and motivational skills is required
• Ability to lead, coach, discipline and train a team of people is required
• Experience with Distribution Center safety training and programs is a plus
• Experience with budget management/financials is a plus
• Basic Microsoft office skills – Word, PowerPoint, Excel
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems and inventory control systems a plus
• Knowledge in freight transportation and shipping/receiving is helpful

The anticipated salary range for this role: $77,180 - $115,580 annually