Logistics Supervisor

W. R. Grace

Baltimore (MD)

On-site

USD 78,000 - 108,000

Full time

39 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance & Disability

Retirement Plans

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Donation Match Program

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Job summary

Grace is seeking a Logistics Supervisor at its Curtis Bay, MD facility to oversee all shipping, receiving and warehousing activities. The role reports to the Site Logistics, Shipping & Receiving Manager and typically runs Monday–Friday with a monthly Saturday requirement.

The ideal candidate will manage carrier relationships, drive efficiency, maintain safety standards, and ensure accurate inventory and records.

Qualifications

High school diploma required.
5+ years in logistics, transportation, warehouse operations, or supply chain management.
Experience leading manufacturing, chemical, or distribution teams.
Strong knowledge of transport modes: OTR, TL, LTL, rail, ocean, air, bulk.
Experience with SAP and Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

Oversee and coordinate shipping, receiving, and distribution operations.
Work closely with carriers, suppliers, and customers to ensure on-time delivery of goods.
Develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency, customer service, and cost savings.
Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Monitor inventory levels, adjust ordering and storage as necessary.
Track order fulfillment, investigate and resolve discrepancies.
Supervise warehouse staff, coordinate scheduling, and manage productivity.
Maintain and report records on warehouse operations and productivity.

Skills

Leadership experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors degree in Supply Chain or related field

High school diploma

DOT certification

Tools

SAP

TMS

Excel

Job description

Band Grade : 5-A

Annual Wage Range: $78,280.00 - $107,635.00

Other Compensation: Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses

Benefits: U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)

Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more. Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.

Job Description

Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials, and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils, and more.

Grace is looking for a Logistics Supervisor to oversee and manage logistics and warehouse operations, ensuring efficient and effective execution of all logistics processes. Every employee at Grace is accountable for environmental, health, and safety compliance, including emergency preparedness and response as per site-wide policies.

The Curtis Bay plant, located in Baltimore, Maryland, is W. R. Grace’s largest manufacturing site. Operational since the early 1900s, this facility spans approximately 260 acres and employs around 700 people. The plant produces a variety of chemical products, including fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) catalysts, hydroprocessing catalysts, polyolefin catalysts, and silicas. These products are essential in industries such as fuel, plastics, food, beverages, biofuels, coatings, and pharmaceuticals.

The Logistics Supervisor will report to our Curtis Bay, MD facility and reports directly to the Site Logistics, Shipping & Receiving Manager. This role is typically Monday-Friday, but will require a Saturday once a month.

Responsibilities

Oversee and coordinate all shipping, receiving, and distribution operations.
Work closely with carriers, suppliers, and customers to ensure timely delivery of goods.
Develop and implement strategies to enhance efficiency, customer service, and cost savings.
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Monitor inventory levels, adjusting ordering and storage as necessary.
Track order fulfillment, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
Supervise warehouse staff, coordinating scheduling, and managing productivity and performance.
Maintain and report records on warehouse operations and productivity.

Physical Requirements And Environment

Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a pilot plant facility with highly hazardous materials
Ability to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.
Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.
Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator

Required Qualifications

High school diploma
5+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, warehouse operations, or supply chain management.
Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing, chemical, industrial, or distribution environment.
Strong knowledge of transportation modes including OTR, truckload (TL), less-than-truckload (LTL), rail, ocean, air, and bulk shipments
Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP and transportation management systems (TMS).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or related field.
Experience in the chemical, manufacturing, or industrial sector – operations in a 24/7 environment
Hazmat shipping knowledge and/or certification.
Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) and logistics analytics platforms.
Knowledge of import/export, international transportation, or trade compliance requirements.
Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience.Experience managing third-party logistics (3PL) providers.
Experience leading in a union environment.
Kronos or other timekeeping system experience
DOT certification
IMDG and IATA experience
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

To be considered for this position, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer.

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