Manager Logistics

Walgreens•Perrysburg, OH

17d

About The Position

The Manager Logistics manages the planning and implementation of the logistics functions, including overseeing the daily operations of a private fleet. This role is responsible for managing personnel who work with vendors, customers, and carriers to resolve or coordinate solutions with escalations. The position ensures the successful implementation and adherence to compliance with all applicable regulations (such as DOT) and provides drivers and the logistics team with a safe and engaged workplace.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years OR High School/GED and at least 5 years of experience in a supply chain or business role.
Experience negotiating with outside vendors.
Experience building and maintaining relationships with internal/external customers.
Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Excel.
Experience establishing & maintaining relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Word.
At least 1 year of experience of direct leadership and/or cross functional team leadership.
Willing to travel up to 10% of the time for business purposes.

Nice To Haves

MBA/Master's Degree
CTP Certification - Certified in Transportation and/or Logistics
Experience with Logistics, Private Fleet in a multi-stop environment
Knowledge of DOT Regulations and DEP Compliance.
Experience with on-board computers – PeopleNet, Warehouse management systems – AS/400, BOLT Dispatch software.
Experience with Transportation Management Software – TMS, JDA.
Experience creating and managing P & L Statements.
Internal or External Lean Six Sigma Training.
Experience with Risk Management.

Responsibilities

Creates or maintains a world class culture of safety.
Plans, prepares, and forecasts annual budget, accounting for financial results.
Plans, manages, controls and forecasts monthly departmental expenditures against the budget.
Develops and mentors staff through on-boarding, open communication, training and development opportunities and performance management processes.
Monitors and analyzes fleet KPIs to meet or exceed service performance measurements.
Partners with all internal/external stakeholders to support supply chain end to end objectives.
Works with vendors to plan and forecast short term and long term equipment and driver staffing requirements.
Manages accident processing, claims, investigation, and corporate reporting.
Leads a team to accomplish cost, service and safety goals.
Ensures the department adheres to established policies and procedures.
Oversees daily load planning and scheduling of routes.
Drives opportunities to grow backhaul program.
Responsible for user level maintenance of systems that support transportation and logistics activities.
Outlines specific objectives and processes focused on generating innovative solutions.
Manages and works on issues of a diverse scope requiring evaluation of a variety of factors.