Director of Logistics

Sonic Healthcare USA • Memphis, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This role performs a vital part of the patient care process by leading logistics and distribution operations. The Director of Logistics will support Operations with organizational goals and objectives, including developing and inspiring their team of employees. This position involves creating and obtaining department approval of related policy manuals for review and approval by senior management, maintaining service contracts and maintenance records, and establishing and maintaining an internal order acquisition process to maximize cost effectiveness and reduce waste. The role also oversees internal and outsourced courier operations, negotiates pricing and terms with contract courier companies and rental terms for courier fleet, and troubleshoots outsourced courier company issues. The Director will maintain department goals, schedule and workload to maximize efficiency of effort, and maintain up-to-date knowledge of Federal and State transportation, shipping and storage regulations, acting as a company resource. Responsibilities include managing departmental resources, optimizing processes, and maximizing profitability. The role requires interaction with a variety of clients and a commitment to customer-focused service, while championing safety, compliance, and quality control.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 10+ years of transportation/ logistic experience.
• 5+ years related manager experience.
• Extensive knowledge of OSH and DOT regulations.
• A valid driver’s license and an excellent driving record for the past three years.
• Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, under time constraints, without close supervision.
• Physical capability of regular standing, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting (up to 50lbs).
• Willingness to travel up to 50% in division area.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor degree in Logistic, Business, or other relevant subject.
• Previous laboratory and/ or medical transportation experience.
• Military experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform a vital part of the patient care process by leading logistics and distribution operations.
• Support Operations with organizational goals and objectives, including developing and inspiring your team of employees.
• Create and department approval of related policy manuals for review and approval by senior management.
• Maintain service contracts and maintenance records.
• Establish and maintain an internal order acquisition process to maximize cost effectiveness and reduce waste.
• Oversee internal and outsourced courier operations.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with contract courier companies and rental terms for courier fleet.
• Troubleshoot outsourced courier company issues.
• Maintain department goals, schedule and workload to maximize efficiency of effort.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Federal and State transportation, shipping and storage regulations and act as company resource.
• Manage departmental resources, optimize processes, and maximize profitability.
• Interact with a variety of clients and commit to customer-focused service.
• Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.

Benefits

• Free lab services for you and your eligible dependents
• Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Help saving for retirement, with a 401(k) that includes a generous company match
• A sense of belonging – we are a community!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED