Sr Logistics Manager
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Job Location:
McMinnville, OR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
24 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description: Sr Manager Logistics
Industry: High-Volume Complex Manufacturing (Heavy Industry) Location: Pacific Northwest USA (McMinnville OR area) Reports To: Director of Operations Compensation: Competitive Base Salary ($140000 $160000) plus Performance Bonus (up to 15%) and Relocation Support (up to $30000)
Executive Summary
A leading manufacturing organization in the Pacific Northwest is seeking a hands-on strategic Sr Manager of Logistics to oversee all critical inbound raw material logistics and outbound finished goods distribution. This role is fundamental to the mills operational efficiency requiring deep expertise in high-volume rail and truck freight management systems optimization and leading labor relations within a demanding union environment. This is a 100% on-site leadership role.
Key Responsibilities
1. Logistics and Freight Strategy (Primary Focus)
High-Volume Management: Strategically manage and coordinate the logistics for exceptionally high operational volumes including approximately 550 rail cars and 1000 trucks per month.
Carrier Relationships: Oversee strategic discussions and manage multi-million dollar contracts with major North American rail carriers.
Technology & Cost Reduction: Lead an initiative to eliminate the use of third-party freight brokers by evaluating selecting and implementing a new in-house freight-bidding software solution to drive significant cost savings.
Supply Chain Optimization: Manage and resolve complex logistical challenges including demurrage and strategic network planning.
2. Operational Leadership & Warehousing
Warehouse Oversight: Direct the day-to-day operations and management of multiple company warehousing facilities through a Transport Manager ensuring efficient loading storage and inventory flow.
Systems Development: Drive continuous improvement and development within the existing advanced information systems (WMS ERP) that govern logistics and warehousing processes.
Demand Planning: Take ownership of demand planning as it relates to shipping and rail capacity ensuring tight alignment between sales forecasts and operational logistics.
Non-Negotiable Requirements
Union Management Experience:Mandatory experience in successfully managing leading and driving change/accountability within a unionized workforce environment.
Industry Background: Proven high-volume logistics and freight management experience (rail and truck) acquired directly within a manufacturing plant (e.g. steel paper chemicals or other heavy complex manufacturing). Experience must involve movement of large-scale manufactured products or bulk raw materials not small spares or packages.
On-Site Requirement: This position is 100% On-Site at the mill location. No hybrid or remote work options are available.
Commute/Relocation: Must be willing to relocate and live within a 30-40 minute drive of the facility in the McMinnville/Newberg area.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Logistics Engineering or a related field (preferred).
Minimum of 3 years of direct management experience; minimum of 5 years of total professional experience in relevant logistics/supply chain roles.
Exceptional skills in systems thinking strategic planning and analytical problem-solving.
$140000 - $160000 a year
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Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Shipping & Receiving
- Inventory Control
- Data Entry
- AS400
- Transportation Management Systems
- EDI
- Microsoft Outlook
- Warehouse Experience
- Office Experience
- Dispatching
- Microsoft Excel
- Logistics
About Company
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