Inbound Distribution Manager
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Job Location:
Bowling Green, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Key Responsibilities
Inbound Distribution & Material Flow
Inbound Distribution & Material Flow
- Oversee and manage all inbound distribution activities including scheduling routing and carrier coordination.
- Ensure on-time delivery of critical components to support Just-In-Time (JIT) and Just-In-Sequence (JIS) production processes.
- Monitor daily inbound shipments anticipating delays and taking corrective action to prevent production downtime.
- Maintain visibility of all inbound freight through ERP/TMS systems.
- Coordinate with suppliers to enforce delivery requirements packaging standards ASN/EDI compliance and labeling accuracy.
- Evaluate and manage logistics providers including carriers brokers and 3PLs ensuring adherence to performance metrics.
- Lead corrective action processes with suppliers and carriers for late deliveries missed shipments or quality issues.
- Oversee inbound receiving operations ensuring fast accurate unloading inspection and material staging.
- Develop and optimize dock scheduling processes to reduce congestion and detention time.
- Ensure proper flow of materials from receiving to inventory storage and production lines.
- Analyze freight spend and identify opportunities to reduce costs without sacrificing service level.
- Optimize modes of transportation lane routing and freight consolidation strategies.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational efficiency and reduce premium freight.
- Collaborate with Production Materials Planning Procurement and Quality teams to align inbound distribution with production needs.
- Support production planning by providing accurate inbound delivery forecasts and real-time status updates.
- Participate in daily production and operations meetings to address supply risks.
- Ensure inbound distribution processes comply with all internal standards customer requirements and regulatory guidelines (DOT OSHA IATF 16949 etc.).
- Promote a safe working environment and uphold all facility safety protocols.
- Lead and develop a team of distribution coordinators schedulers and inbound dock personnel.
- Establish performance metrics track results and coach team members for continuous improvement.
- Drive accountability and operational discipline across inbound distribution operations.
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Logistics Business or related field (preferred).
- 5 years of experience in inbound distribution transportation or logistics management.
- Experience in automotive manufacturing or another JIT/JIS-driven environment strongly preferred.
- Proficiency with ERP (SAP Oracle Plex etc.) and Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
- Strong knowledge of inbound logistics freight routing ASN/EDI requirements and packaging standards.
- Excellent communication analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage supply chain risks in real time.
- Experience with cross-border logistics (Mexico/Canada).
- Knowledge of automotive OEM/logistics standards and APQP-related processes.
- Lean/Six Sigma training or certification.
- Strong data analysis skills (Excel Power BI or similar tools).
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- AS400
- Lean
- Management Experience
- Maximo
- Warehouse Management
- Warehouse Experience
- Warehouse Distribution Experience
- Warehouse Management System
- Copywriting
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Logistics
About Company
Razorjack Recruiting is a veteran-owned executive search firm based in Atchison, Kansas, founded in 2007. Led by Managing Partner and CEO Cory Jackson—an award-winning recruiter with over two decades of experience—the company is known for its highly efficient, quality-driven approach ... View more
