Manager, Inbound Logistics

EOS•Erie, CO

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Logistics Director, the Inbound Logistics Manager is responsible for leading the inbound logistics team to ensure the timely and efficient fulfillment of manufacturing requirements, as well as overseeing intercompany equipment movements in support of Eos production. This fast-paced role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong prioritization and problem-solving abilities, and most importantly, effective leadership to build a high-performing team and drive operational success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics or related field required
Minimum of 8 years of experience in logistics operations
Vast knowledge of legal regulations and logistics compliance.
Ability to work independently and escalate challenges to leadership effectively.
Computer-savvy with a working knowledge of logistics software (ERP/TMS).
Must have extensive knowledge and experience in scheduling domestic trucking, international ocean and air freight, and inbound customs.
Must have a working knowledge of Incoterms.
Exceptional time-management and organizational skills required.
Have impeccable leadership skills

Nice To Haves

Hazmat Certified preferred.
Hazmat Certification and experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the inbound (Supplier to Eos factory) logistics team and day-to-day operations, working directly with supply chain & manufacturing to execute on a delivery plan that will meet manufacturing timeline requirements.
Proactively identify risks in supply chain planning & manufacturing processes as it relates to inbound logistics and develop processes to mitigate those risks
Ensure Transportation Management System is being used and sufficient to set up the team for success.
Maintain team KPIs & develop processes (or process improvements) where needed to ensure all KPIs are met.
Delegate expedited shipment requests in a timely manner, document reasons for expediting, drive corrective action cross functionally and drive reduction in occurrences.
Continually review freight cost & transportation lanes for cost efficiency.
Engage internal and external resources as needed to ensure logistics compliance including but not limited to documentation, import classifications & hazmat codes.
Be safety culture supporter within logistics and materials.
Drive continuous improvement goals and strategies.
Ensure team has the tools to be successful & mentor team to work at best possible level to ensure world class execution.
Build and Maintain carrier strategy and relationships to support the business needs
Delegate and support the filing of transportation claims as needed & lead Logistics activities to support the claims
Work with Logistics Leadership peers to develop and document department SOPs
Lead carrier performance management through the establishment of carrier scorecards; conduct regular business reviews to monitor service levels, on time delivery, claims performance, capacity commitments and cost competitiveness
Drive logistics network optimization through the analysis of transportation networks, route guides, shipment consolidation opportunities, and warehouse-to-factory flows to improve efficiency and reduce total landed cost
Lead talent development and succession planning through the recruitment, development and retention of logistics talent while creating development plans that strengthen organizational capabilities and support succession planning
Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.