Supply Chain Manager

RWB Thrift•Berlin, NJ

About The Position

M&M Management is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee drivers, trucks, and warehouses. The role establishes standardized processes and optimizes day-to-day operations to support productivity, safety, and customer service. The manager leads the supply chain team, evaluates driver efficiency, safety, and service through performance metrics, and supports the company's strategic expansion into new supply markets. The position also plays a key role in launching and managing a new donation center team. The Supply Chain Manager manages truck-routing protocols, third-party logistics relationships, assigned-location budgets, driver recruitment and development, fleet compliance, and driver and fleet technology. The role works with Driver Managers and Head Drivers to ensure operations follow company guidelines and policies. The position is typically scheduled Monday through Friday and requires up to 50% travel to company locations. Work may involve office tasks and on-site visits in indoor or outdoor environments, sometimes with exposure to varying weather and physical surroundings.

Requirements

10 or more years of management experience in driver management, fleet management, and logistics.
Experience in last-mile or direct-to-consumer trucking operations.
Strong exposure to process-improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma or LEAN.
Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Excellent communication, management, coaching, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently, communicate findings, make recommendations, and facilitate change.
Comfort working with individuals at all organizational levels.
Project management skills.
Willingness to take on new challenges and additional responsibilities.
Accountability, ownership, initiative, and leadership skills.
Proven written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present solutions clearly and effectively.
Fundamental understanding of written and spoken English to comprehend instructions, and ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English when needed.
Ability to perform computer-based work involving prolonged sitting, typing, and monitor use.
Ability to move around during on-site visits or travel, including standing, walking, and occasional lifting or carrying of equipment or materials.
Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling office equipment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or associate degree from an accredited college or university in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Manage protocols for creating truck routes that support cost-effectiveness, safety, and customer satisfaction.
Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers to support timely deliveries and a consistent supply of product to retail stores.
Manage assigned-location budgets, including vehicle maintenance and repair, fuel, and employee salaries and benefits.
Support the company's strategic goals for expansion into new supply markets.
Help launch and manage a new donation center team.
Oversee driver and fleet technology to maximize value, efficiency, productivity, and cost savings.
Oversee driver recruitment, training, and development to support safe and efficient operations.
Manage performance metrics and tools to evaluate driver efficiency, safety, and service.
Ensure the company fleet complies with DOT regulations.
Train and manage Driver Managers and Head Drivers in managing drivers and fleet vehicles according to company guidelines and policies.
Ensure compliance with company fleet policies and procedures, including vehicle maintenance and repair, driver safety training, and fuel management.
Implement cost-effective fueling, toll, and permitting programs for the company fleet.
Ensure drivers comply with safety programs and training, with the aim of improving safety performance and reducing accidents and insurance rates.
Travel to company locations for activities such as driving, on-site visits, and meetings.
Follow safety guidelines and protocols when visiting physical locations.