Logistics/Supply Chain Manager

Confidential Employer; Flowery Branch (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Flowery Branch, GA, seeks a Supply Chain and Logistics Manager to oversee procurement, logistics, and inventory management. You will lead a five-person team, manage 3PL relationships, and drive improvements across vendor contracts and BOM provisioning.

Responsibilities include KPI development, cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Production, Scheduling, and Customer Service, and ensuring safe, compliant operations while delivering timely supply chain updates.

Qualifications

• 3–10 years in purchasing or supply chain, with strong manufacturing experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead a team effectively.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team of 5 direct reports.
• Oversee logistics operations for inbound and outbound freight and trucking (excluding transportation between plants).
• Vendor management: manage relationships with 3PLs and diverse vendors; negotiate contracts and procurement for BOM categories including corrugated packaging.
• Collaborate with Sales, Production, Scheduling, and Customer Service to coordinate materials receipt, inventory allocation, and BOM management.
• Create and analyze KPIs to monitor supply chain performance and work with Sales/Marketing/Operations on countermeasures.
• Build strong internal and external partnerships; support Sales, Marketing, and Service with timely supply chain updates.
• Oversee day-to-day inventory operations, review stock status reports, and address discrepancies while improving inventory techniques.
• Ensure safety and compliance in the workplace and communicate company policies to direct reports.
• Prepare reports and analyses on inventory and supply chain topics; assist in special projects as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Vendor management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field

Job description

Supply Chain and Logistics Manager

The Supply Chain and Logistics Manager will oversee the supply chain operations, including procurement, logistics, and inventory management. This role will be crucial in ensuring the smooth flow of goods and materials, maintaining effective vendor relationships, and supporting cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team of 5 direct reports.
• Oversee logistics operations for inbound and outbound freight and trucking (excluding transportation between plants).
• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers (3PL), and a diverse pool of vendors. Negotiate contracts and handle procurement for various categories of the bill of materials (BOM), including corrugated packaging (boxes).
• Work closely with Sales, Production, Scheduling, and Customer Service teams to address needs such as receipt of materials (RMA) and customer credits. Support the coordination of inventory allocation, factory production submissions, and BOM management.
• Create, analyze, and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor supply chain performance. Communicate results and collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to develop countermeasures and plan for future needs.
• Foster strong relationships with internal and external partners.
• Assist Sales, Marketing, and Service teams in achieving their objectives by ensuring timely communication of relevant supply chain details and meeting program or event deadlines.
• Oversee day-to-day inventory operations and activities, review stock status reports, and manage inventory records. Address discrepancies, maintain accuracy, and recommend improvements to inventory techniques and procedures.
• Safety and Compliance: Ensure a safe and healthy workplace by implementing and maintaining safety and compliance procedures. Address any compliance issues and ensure that direct reports are aware of and follow company policies.
• Reporting: Prepare reports, summaries, and analyses related to inventory and supply chain topics. Communicate findings with appropriate management and participate in special projects as assigned by the Assistant General Manager.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3 - 10 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain management, or a related field, with strong manufacturing experience preferred.
• Proven ability to manage and lead a team effectively.
• Skills: Strong purchasing, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Experience in raw materials purchasing, inventory management, and warehouse operations.
• Familiarity with company policies related to Human Resources, Safety, Quality, and Environment.

Base salary plus Benefits Med/Dental/Vision and 401k with a match.