Director of Logistics

Sonic Healthcare USA • Memphis, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves leading logistics and distribution operations, supporting organizational goals, and developing a team. The Director of Logistics will be a vital part of the patient care process, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness in operations. The company, Sonic Healthcare USA, is a leader in clinical laboratory solutions, committed to advancing the health and wellbeing of communities. It is a subsidiary of Sonic Healthcare Limited, one of the world's largest medical diagnostic companies, with operations in eight countries. Sonic Healthcare USA provides state-of-the-art laboratory services and pathology practices throughout the USA, with eight operating divisions, nearly eight thousand US-based employees, and 330 Pathologists, serving over 30 million patients per year. The company operates under a federated business model emphasizing medical leadership and community-based testing services. The position is full-time and benefit eligible, with standard business hours, Monday-Friday, and weekends/nights as needed. The role will have incidental exposure to Protected Health Information (PHI) and employees will be trained on safeguards.

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

• Appreciation for your work
• A feeling of satisfaction that you’ve helped people
• Opportunity to grow within the organization
• 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: Director
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees