Outbound Logistics Lead

Mars Incorporated in; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

401(k) match

Vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Mars Petcare in Columbus, OH is seeking an Outbound Logistics Lead to supervise outbound logistics tasks, vendor relations, and warehouse inventory systems such as SAP, JDA, and NEXUS. The role emphasizes safety, quality, cost control, and meeting quotas.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years in logistics, and strong MS Office skills. Preferred candidates have an advanced degree and SAP/Blue Yonder experience, with a 1st shift schedule and 12-hour shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum: high school diploma or GED or equivalent education.
• 2+ years warehousing or logistics experience.
• Able to troubleshoot inventory systems and QA issues.
• Ability to translate procedures into trainings (SOPs).
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and email.

Responsibilities

• Lead outbound logistics tasks and assignments.
• Manage vendor relations with 3PLs and carriers.
• Oversee inventory systems (SAP, JDA, NEXUS) in warehouse.
• Lead tendering outbound loads and related strategy.
• Collaborate with Sort, Quality and Logistics to meet quotas.

Skills

Audit and SOPs

MS Office

Inventory management

Vendor relations

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical bachelor’s or associate degree

Tools

SAP

Blue Yonder

JDA

NEXUS

Job description

Job Description:

Mars Petcare- Outbound Logistics Lead- Columbus, OH

• Pay: Based on experience starting at $33.36+
• This site manufactures petfood

Shift Schedule:

• Shift: 1st
• Schedule: Monday- Friday
• Hours: 7am- 3:30pm (flexible pending business needs)

Description of Role:

This role leads outbound logistics tasks, manages vendor relations, and oversees warehouse inventory systems like SAP, JDA, and NEXUS. Additionally, the position drives safety, quality, and cost goals while ensuring quotas are met.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent education
• 2+ years of relevant warehousing or logistics related experience
• Troubleshoot inventory management systems and issues with product quality
• Ability to transfer procedures and training experiences to others (example: SOPs)
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, excel, etc.) and email.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical bachelor’s or associate degree
• SAP and/or Blue Yonder experience

• Demonstrated Leadership skills
• 1+ years’ experience in an outbound logistics technical support roleKnowledge of quality systems and lean manufacturing principles

Physical Requirements:

• Can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)
• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping.
• Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment, and operate in confined spaces.
• Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods, with shifts lasting 12 hours
• Capable of working in hot, cold and wet conditions
• Proficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English.

What will be my key responsibilities?

• Lead the execution of all outbound related tasks and assignments
• Manage vendor relations with 3PLs (warehouses, transportation, and fleet vendors).
• Lead warehouse activities related to inventory management systems (SAP, JDA, and NEXUS)
• Lead the execution of tendering outbound loads
• Leads and executes strategies that deliver Shift Safety, Quality, Quantity and Cost objectives.
• Work as a liaison between Sort, Quality, and Logistics teams to ensure all sort activities and NC’s are being actioned and completed in accordance to the sort quota and sort priority list
• Must be able to plan based on factory flow, available equipment, and customer/DC order needs
• Assist Logistics Manager to complete assignments and fill in for Logistics Manager as needed.

Total Rewards

• Starting Pay: Based on experiencestarting at $33.36/hour+
• Annual Bonus and Merit Increases
• Benefits Starting Day One:
  • Medical, Vision, and Dental
  • Up to 6% 401(k) match
  • Vacation time
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Short/Long-Term Disability
  • 18 weeks parental leave

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.