Logistics Leader

Koch•Zachary, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Georgia-Pacific's Consumer Products Division is seeking a Logistics Leader to join our team at the Port Hudson Paper Mill in Zachary, Louisiana. In this role, you will create long-term value by leading logistics operations that support production, warehousing, inventory management, shipping, and customer fulfillment activities. You will work closely with operations, planning, maintenance, transportation, and commercial teams to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient movement of materials and finished goods while developing the capabilities of your team.

Requirements

Experience leading, coaching, mentoring, or developing employees in a manufacturing, distribution, military, or industrial environment
Experience managing or supporting logistics, warehousing, inventory, transportation, supply chain, or material flow activities
Experience using data to identify problems, prioritize opportunities, and drive improvements
Experience leading safety initiatives and promoting safe work practices

Nice To Haves

Pulp and Paper experience.
Experience with SAP, warehouse management systems, or inventory control systems
Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
Experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing sustainable corrective actions
Bachelor's degree or higher in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field

Responsibilities

Lead and develop logistics team members through coaching, feedback, capability building, and performance management
Drive a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence throughout logistics operations
Oversee inventory management, warehousing, material flow, shipping, receiving, and transportation activities
Partner with production, maintenance, planning, and commercial teams to optimize product flow and customer service
Monitor and improve key performance indicators related to inventory accuracy, shipping performance, cost, productivity, and service levels
Identify and eliminate barriers that impact operational performance through data analysis and root cause analysis
Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, efficiency, quality, and cost reduction
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve business objectives
Support strategic projects and initiatives that create value for the facility and Georgia-Pacific