Logistics Manager

Quest Diagnostics•Clifton, NJ

12d

About The Position

The Logistics Manager II will be responsible for management of exempt level staff (Supervisors and Sr. Supervisors) of the Logistics Department at the Regional Labs, Spoke Labs and non-Regional lab facilities. In addition to Logistics operations you may have additional responsibilities e.g. facilities at smaller hubs sites as well as regional responsibilities including project oversight and reporting.

Requirements

10+ years in logistics field
10 years Leadership/Supervisory experience
5-8 years managerial experience specifically in Logistics field
Position requires travel
Must be flexible and available based on staffing requirements; including weekends, holidays, on call and overtime
Occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds
May require extended periods of focus
May require extended periods of sitting or standing
Ability to manage stress
Capable of handling multiple priorities in a high volume setting
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, Access, etc.)
Proficiency with OSP, QDTrac, PeopleSoft and other Quest Diagnostics IT systems
Strong problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong leadership skills
Strong teamwork skills
Agile
Customer Focused
Transparent
United as One Team
Performance Oriented
Quality
Integrity
Innovation
Accountability
Collaboration
Leadership

Responsibilities

Capable of performing all duties and responsibilities of the Logistics Supervisors, Sr. Logistics Supervisors, and Logistics Manager I.
Demonstrates and promotes the Quest Diagnostics Behaviors and Values in order to contribute to the overall Vision, Goals and Strategy.
Establishes and cultivates an inclusive, motivational, enabling and performance oriented work environment through engagement, collaboration, and transparent communication.
Drives an environment of continuous process improvement locally by engaging employees to implement ideas that will simplify and improve their work.
Supports being united as one team on enterprise continuous improvement methodologies and initiatives as appropriate.
Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills; Agile in managing concerns of internal and external customers and employees in a professional manner using the EveryDay Excellence Principles.
Communicates and interacts regularly and transparently with Supervisors & employees; disseminates information in a timely manner using the Everyday Excellence Principles.
Responsible for oversight of performance-oriented supervision, training, coaching, and developing new employees and all staff on all job duties, compliance, and annual competency requirements.
Maintains logistics services for specimen pickup within the areas served by area of responsibility
Provides short/long term range planning for the logistics area in order to meet departmental requirements and client needs.
Prioritizes logistics activities to meet deadlines.
Ensures required trainings are completed by self and staff to meet deadlines: (i.e. Compliance, Safety, Safe Driver, etc.).
Accountable for hiring and on-boarding exempt staff.
Accountable for ensuring performance standards of the department are met through training, coaching and performance management.
Works with Director to analyzes and develop a departmental budget for manpower and operational costs.
Develops and maintains effective and efficient communications with all internal and external clients.
Adherence to department budget.
Responsible for the accuracy of invoice and expense coding and associated records
Responsible for the accuracy of payroll and associated records.
Properly maintains required records and documentation.
Knows where to find, understands, can properly articulate and complies with company and departmental policies, protocols and procedures including but not limited to Safety, Compliance, Vehicle, Employee Handbook, and Quality Assurance.
Demonstrates organizational commitment.
Valid State driver’s license with a driving record that meets Quest Driver’s Safety requirements.

Benefits

Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
Best-in-class well-being programs
Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
healthyMINDS mental health program
Vacation and Health/Flex Time
6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
FinFit financial coaching and services
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
Employee stock purchase plan
Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
Flexible Spending Accounts
Annual incentive plans
Matching gifts program
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
Career advancement opportunities
and so much more!