Logistics Operations Manager

Sonoco • Hartsville, SC

18h

About The Position

The Logistics Operations Manager leads and executes day-to-day transportation activities, developing transportation strategies that provide a competitive advantage. The role requires understanding the transportation industry and translating that knowledge into organizational opportunities, including cost reduction, improved technology, higher quality and yield, more dependable demand, value-added services, and potential acquisition candidates. The position’s strategic impact is reflected in Sonoco’s bottom line.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in an OTM environment.
• Advanced analytical and finance skills.
• Excellent communication and influence skills.
• Project and change management skills to implement strategies.
• Ability to translate abstract inputs into concrete actions.
• Strategic thinking.
• Team-building skills.
• Ability to act independently.
• Ability to achieve results based on developed strategies and consistently meet annual goals.
• Ability to travel 30% or more of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field.
• Master’s-level degree.

Responsibilities

• Execute transportation and carrier management strategies aligned with business needs to deliver best-in-class service.
• Manage day-to-day transportation operations, including planning, tracking, execution, and root-cause analysis of lane performance.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives focused on operational efficiencies.
• Work with data analysts to build KPIs and dashboards and provide businesses with visibility into operational cost drivers.
• Lead internal and cross-functional teams to improve operational performance.
• Communicate with mid- to senior-level managers regarding operations.
• Provide work direction and guide the daily activities of assigned department employees.
• Serve as the Logistics team’s subject matter expert to the business.
• Develop and foster strategic relationships with suppliers and carriers through open communication and data sharing.
• Improve internal and OTM processes to create an efficient work environment and eliminate waste.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, including FSA and HSA options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Wellbeing tools and resources, including an Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Company-paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans, including life, personal accident, and disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed