Warehouse and Logistics Manager
Warehouse and Logistics Manager
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$ 108000 - 140000
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Job Description
Summary
For over 35 years Array has been delivering innovation in retail merchandising pointofpurchase displays open service systems fixtures and floor stands. We bring brands to life by creating great retail experiences.
Due to significant growth Array is in search of a Logistics Manager North America to help manage our Logistics team assist in the planning of receiving warehousing and shipping activities in North America. Help produce reports and statistics regularly to ensure targets are met space utilization is optimized and help create an efficient logistics department. Oversee day to day activities of the North American operations.
Essential Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
- Manages Import Export (North America) Local Transport Warehousing Transport Procurement and all logistics related activities.
- Manage all customs related activities.
- Manage the overall material flow and related transactions.
- Maintain the integrity of onhand inventory by assuring that transactions reversals and cycle counts are accurate and done in a timely manner.
- Ensure the accuracy of material availability and inventory value.
- Interface with Customer Service as required to develop a successful ship plan
- Establish expectations and drive improvement in department to continue to improve ontime shipments.
- Oversee development of a standard collating and shipping process to maintain accurate shipping audit yield. (KPI)
- Organize daily pickup and delivery schedules for truck drivers.
- Achieves financial objectives by preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions
- Identify opportunities for technology enhancements
- Oversee and executes the import/export of goods overseas and Mexico
- Coordinate import/export shipment of goods supporting the projects portion of the business including but not limited to working with Project Managers Sales and clients.
- Manage the carrier processes and external vendors/fabricators for proactive review all Projects facilitating ontime shipment and delivery of goods to meet overall project timelines which includes Outbound and Export Project shipments from global fabrication vendors to customer locations.
- Effective negotiation of freight and brokerage rates.
- Resolve logistics issues with vendors customs and carriers for international shipments.
- Analyze all aspects of Logistics to determine the most costeffective means of transporting product and determine best locations to house finished goods.
- Knows all duties and responsibilities of assigned personnel.
- Actively participate in Continuous Improvement Focus 5 and 5S activities.
- Utilize daily continuous improvement processes and ensure countermeasures are adopted for continuous improvement (Kaizen)
- Manage the department to meet cost targets utilizing associates in the best manner and overtime only as required.
- Ensure that associates are properly trained and that training is accurately documented.
- Ensure safety and wellbeing of employees in the work area by following company policies.
- Establish and monitor carrier performance measurement systems.
- Develop and communicate relative policies and procedures for all international logistics activities.
- Maintain metrics process documentation and create and deliver reports as required.
- Manage the overall material flow and related transactions.
- Ensure the accuracy of material availability and inventory value.
- Work with Planning to schedule and prioritize shop order picks.
- Interface with Production Supervision and Management to ensure that shop orders are prepared and staged according to the schedule set by Planning.
- Ensure that all material requested has been picked and staged in the appropriate area.
- Establish expectations and drive improvement in department to continue to improve ontime shipments.
- Maintain cleanliness of our warehouse and loading dock areas.
- Ensures all power industrial truck (PIT) equipment is in working order and PMs and inspections are performed.
Leadership Accountabilities
- Lead develop and mentor all direct reports; conduct timely performance management reviews provide meaningful feedback; and establish goals and objectives for each team member in alignment with the broader organizational focus.
- Track and approve all vacation and personal days for team members.
- Identify marginal performers and carry out any required development plans/corrective actions as necessary in conjunction with Human Resources.
- Create and/or maintain an accurate and up to date skills development roadmap and competency model to support evolving business needs for both soft and technical skills.
- Define maintain and report relative key performance indicators.
- Maintain positive employee relations; ensure the open door policy is observed and a collaborative approach is adopted.
Education:
- Completion of a College or University Program (Business Administration Logistics Supply Chain Management is an asset) or equivalent industry experience.
Work Experience / Qualifications:
- 5 Years of Experience as a Warehouse/Logistics Director or Warehouse/Logistics Manager preferred.
- 5 Years in Supply Chain Management Or Logistics environment preferred.
- 5 Years of managing and leading a team of 1020 employees preferred.
- 5 Years of North American Import/Export experience preferred.
- 5 Years experience Mexican customs process and procedures preferred.
- Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Word Excel Outlook and ERP systems (Industrios / EPICOR knowledge is an asset).
- Experience with modern warehousing procedures as well as inventory management best practices.
- Strong ability to stay organized manage time effectively and meet all deadlines.
- Strong ability to communicate effectively; both verbally and written.
- Strong Interpersonal skills with the ability to create and maintain relationships with all stakeholders
- Flexibility to work extra hours when needed.
- Spanish speaking would be an asset.
Arrays Values
- Invest in the skills and development of our employees and recognize success
- Establish and maintain long term relationships
- Generate consistent profitable growth by providing innovative solutions and outstanding service
- Pursue operational excellence and quality in everything we do
Arrays Guiding Principles
- Work as a team across all functions and locations
- Foster a culture of mutual respect innovation and pride
- Communicate openly honestly and frequently
- Value the full involvement of and input of all employees
- Provide clean safe and ethical work environment
- Establish clear accountability and provide the authority to achieve goals
- Encourage calculated risks and reward success
Application Instructions / Contact Information
We thank all candidates for their interest but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Mailing Address: 45 Progress Avenue Toronto Ontario M1P 2Y6
Email:
Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment
Array is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability protected veterans status Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legallyprotected factors. Disabilityrelated accommodations during the application process are available upon request.
Company: Array
Job Title: Warehouse & Logistics Manager North America (NOC Code 70020
Terms of Employment: Permanent FullTime
Language of work: English
Compensation Package: $108000 $140000 per year and eligibility for an annual bonus. Compensation subject to annual review and increase based on inflation cost of living merit and performance. Compensation offered may vary depending on the applicants level of experience qualifications and other factors.
Benefits: Employee will also receive basic health and dental benefits subject to qualifying terms and a cost sharing deductible.
Business Address: 45 Progress Avenue Toronto Ontario M1P 2Y6
Work Location: Toronto Ontario
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
