Logistics Manager - Distribution Center

Abbott Laboratories•Tipp City, OH

5d•$99,300 - $198,700•Onsite

About The Position

Abbott's Nutrition Division develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow, to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, Glucerna® – to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life. Our location in Tipp City, OH currently has an opportunity for a Logistics Manager. With state-of-the-art equipment and advanced automation, you will work with a team that’s dedicated to nourishing the world.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Minimum 7 years experience in Warehouse Operations, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management
Familiarity with all Logistics and Distribution requirements, terms, Customs Rules/Regulations, FTZ Rules/Regulation.

Nice To Haves

People leadership experience with demonstrated ability to build, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
Experience in start-up environments or launching new facilities/distribution centers.
Background in business analysis and customer engagement, including handling escalations and driving service excellence.
Expertise in warehouse management systems (WMS) and familiarity with ERP platforms (e.g., SAP).
Knowledge of quality systems and cGMP requirements, with experience managing operations under FDA and third-party audits.
Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills, with ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
Financial acumen, including experience managing budgets and P&L responsibility.

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, and monitor all supply and logistics activities to ensure a cost-effective flow of merchandise from suppliers to customers.
Manage day-to-day supply and logistics activities to maximize the efficiency, reliability, timeliness, and cost effectiveness of the organization's supply chain.
Activities may include: materials planning and control, procurement, inventory management, storage, warehousing, logistics, transport and distribution.
Develop and implement schedules and procedures.
Allocate resources to meet targets in areas such as transit and delivery times; inventory levels; purchasing, warehousing, and storage costs; and service standards.
Liaise with functional and operational area managers (e.g., in customer service, sales and production planning) to ensure supply activities are integrated with other parts of the business.
Select and manage ongoing relationships with major suppliers, vendors, or sub-contractors to minimize costs and ensure satisfactory standards of service.
Lead, direct, evaluate, and develop staff to ensure resources are used effectively and work schedules and targets are met.

Benefits

Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plan
Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1
Free medical coverage for employees via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
Vacation – 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 5 personal days + 10 paid holidays.
Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
Retiree Healthcare Program
Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
A stable company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities.