Logistics Manager Job

The Arkema Group; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkema is seeking a Warehouse and Logistics Supervisor to lead the site logistics team, ensuring safe and efficient warehouse operations, inventory accuracy, and on-time order fulfillment. You will partner with Production, Customer Service, Sales, and Finance to optimize material flow, manage supplier performance, and drive KPI improvements.

Qualifications include a BS degree, APICS certification preferred, and at least 5 years of supervisory experience in warehousing, procurement, or inventory

Qualifications

• BS degree required; APICS certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience in warehousing, procurement or inventory control.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with AS400, Movex, SAP or Lotus Notes preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead warehouse and logistics operations and staff.
• Maintain inventory levels and accuracy.
• Coordinate with Production, Customer Service, Sales and Finance to meet objectives.
• Develop associates and foster a team-based culture.
• Monitor KPI’s including Perfect Orders and Inventory Accuracy.

Skills

Microsoft Applications

Prioritization

Multitasking

Supervisory skills

Education

B.S. degree

APICS certification

Tools

AS400

Movex

Lotus Notes

SAP

MS Office

Job description

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Reports to Plant Manager. Direct reports include: Warehouse Shift Leads, Planner/Scheduler and Traffic Coordinator.

Job dimensions

Direct manager for warehouse and logistics operations personnel

Manage inventory levels and accuracy

Manage issues dealing with availability issues (raw material and carrier)

Activities

• Safely manage warehouse operations i.e. shipping, receiving, material handling, cycle counting, materials procurement and planning.
• Provide support and guidance for the logistics team including on the off-shifts as needed.
• Ensure all employees complete their safety training and follow all EHS requirements.
• Work closely with Production Manager to ensure proper inventory levels to support order fulfillment and financial objectives.
• Interact with personnel outside the Temecula Plant in customer service, sales, inventory management, logistics and financial operations to meet objectives.
• Hire, train and develop associates to support operational objectives
• Foster a team-based culture with a high level of employee participation
• Measure and continuously improve assigned key performance indicators (KPI’s) including Perfect Orders, Inventory Accuracy, Sleeping Inventory
• Ensure proper housekeeping and organization of the warehouses
• Participate on plant leadership team and drive plant performance
• Communicate forecasts to suppliers in adequation with Purchasing strategy, production planing and inventory managemment
• Place Purchasing orders (grade / quantity / delivery date / special instructions) - Maintain PO dates in ERP
• Check delivery and price for purchased materials. Update PO if necessary
• Coordinate transportation needs on inbound freight as necessary
• Supervise inventory management (raw materials, packaging)
• Monitor and document supplier quality and service performance and participate to annual Supplier Assessment data collection
• Manage intercompany transactions

Context and environment

• The job involves working in a manufacturing environment.
• Key drivers in the role are customer service, process improvement and cost reduction.
• Time on the floor should be 50%

Accountabilities

• The purpose of the role is to lead and manage the site logistics team to meet service level expectations of the customer and manage the flow of inventory to support production and shipping needs.

Qualifications / experience required

• Minimum of a B.S. degree. APICS certification strongly preferred .
• APICS certification
• Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience in warehousing, procurement or inventory control.
• Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Applications. Experience in AS400, Movex, Lotus Notes or SAP is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Who we are? Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.

We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 20,700 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.1 billion, of which 3.1% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.

If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values - Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion – and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.

Changing the world requires the right formula. The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together. What are you made of?

The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States, however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire. Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.

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