Logistics Manager

PFX Group • Rosemont, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced Logistics Manager to join the Prestone team. This role is based at our Rosemont office and will require a local candidate for a hybrid work schedule. The expected compensation for this position is an annual base salary of $125,000-$135,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• BS degree in Supply Chain or related field.
• Minimum 7 years’ supply chain operations and transportation management experience.
• Strong analytical skills and statistical knowledge.
• Understanding of multiple regression models.
• Demonstrated communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to work and influence at multiple levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated experience in a Transportation Management system –Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in an ERP system – JD Edwards experience strongly preferred.
• Proficient user of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written/verbal communications and strong analytical/problem solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) experience strongly preferred.
• JD Edwards experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Prestone transportation planning team (direct reports).
• Drive Key Performance Indicators such as Cost per pound, On-Time Delivery, On-Time Pickup and Primary tender acceptance.
• Support the creation and execution of the logistics annual operating budget.
• Build and grow strategic carrier partnerships to maximize service levels and minimize the impact of market pressures.
• Negotiate freight rates and tariffs through carrier RFQ’s.
• Eliminate delivery related customer compliance fines.
• Onboard all new carriers to ensure a successful transition to the Prestone business.
• Work closely with OTM team to drive system and planner efficiencies.
• Own the relationship with our customs clearance broker.
• Support the month end/year end close process to ensure accurate financial reporting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level