Logistics Director - Kalamazoo, MI
About The Position
Imperial Beverage is seeking a Logistics Director to lead, manage, and hold the statewide delivery team accountable. This director will work at our Kalamazoo Headquarters Monday-Friday, with scheduled visits to our other warehouse locations around Michigan. The Logistics Director is responsible for the day-to-day activities associated with timely, accurate, and efficient delivery of products, as well as facilities and equipment management. We take great pride in choosing leaders who can handle the hard work, think strategically and create solutions, motivate their team to achieve goals, and show a passion for leading and developing others.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent education and experience) in Supply Chain Management or related field
- 5+ years' experience in management
- 3+ years' logistics experience
- Must have a reliable personal cell phone with the ability to receive calls and text messages and with a cell phone number available internally
- Leadership skills to direct employees and oversee department operations
- Ability to problem solve and make decisions quickly and efficiently while remaining calm and professional
- Self-starter with a high productivity level
- Thorough understanding of DOT regulations
- Ability to coordinate processes and work well with various departments
- Experience with performance metrics and process improvements
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the delivery management team
- Oversee and assist in the management of the pick-up, transport and delivery of beverages to customers
- Build ownership and hold your team accountable
- Consistently identify department opportunities for improvement and create plans for implementation, especially related to staffing levels, equipment, routing and training
- Facilities management for all non-Kalamazoo warehouses
- Oversee maintenance of delivery vehicles
- Oversee DOT compliance with all policies and procedures
- Lead delivery safety initiatives
- Attend all Leadership Development Training that Imperial provides
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSAs, FSAs, and more. (Full time employees)
- 401(k) with Traditional and Roth options, employer match, and immediate vesting
- 3.5 weeks of PTO starting in year one, accruing from day one with rollover
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Paid volunteer time to give back to the community
- Paid parental leave to welcome your newest family member. (Full time employees)
- Weekly pay
- Uber, Lyft, or taxi reimbursement when you need a safe ride home
- Kick ass events and fun across Michigan
- Domestic and international trip opportunities to learn about the beverage industry
- Referral bonuses for bringing great people to the Imperial Beverage family
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
