Senior Logistics Manager

Gorilla Commerce; Westport (CT); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Manager of Logistics to oversee and optimize global logistics operations. This role involves developing strategies for transportation, storage, and fulfillment while managing a dynamic team in a hybrid working environment. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction, the ideal candidate will leverage analytical skills and industry knowledge to build relationships with suppliers and ensure compliance with service levels. Join a passionate team that values creativity and analytics to deliver high-quality products that enhance everyday life.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in logistics management in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience in ocean freight and warehousing management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a global logistics strategy for optimization.
• Monitor inbound and outbound logistics costs for budget compliance.

Skills

Logistics Management

Supply Chain Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SQL

Microsoft Excel

Domo

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Gorilla Commerce is an e-commerce platform that sells branded products in digital marketplaces, including Amazon (where it is among the Top 10 largest sellers in the US) and Walmart.com. At Gorilla Commerce, we’re committed to bringing you durable, high-quality products at reasonable prices that make everyday life easier. Our vision is to continually innovate and improve our products based on customer need and industry trends. We are the owners and developers of multiple brands including our flagship brand, Gorilla Grip.

We’re a fast-paced environment with a relentless focus on the customer. We are a dynamic group of dog lovers who operate at the intersection of creativity and analytics to create and provide obsession worthy products that consumers are demanding.

The Role

The Senior Manager of Logistics is responsible for managing and optimizing the transportation and storage of goods via inbound logistics, warehousing operations and fulfillment. This role presents an exciting opportunity to both oversee the Company’s global logistics operations and team while working directly with cross-functional partners and external vendors.

What You’ll Do

1. Develop and implement a global logistics strategy to optimize transportation, storage and fulfillment
2. Support the Company’s budget process, as well as analyze financial and operational reports
3. Monitor and evaluate inbound and outbound logistics costs to ensure budget compliance
4. Build strong relationships with reliable suppliers and customers to ensure consistent results
5. Manage negotiations with inbound and outbound logistics suppliers
6. Develop and monitor that all KPIs related to warehousing and logistics are maintained
7. Ensure data integrity and transaction compliance to facilitate required service levels
8. Supervise and drive accountability to the Company’s inbound and outbound logistics team
9. Leads organizational development and growth for the inbound and outbound logistics team

Skills & Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
2. Proven experience in ocean freight and warehousing management
3. 5+ years of hands-on experience in end-to-end logistics management in a complex, fast-paced, multi-channel environment with team management
4. Superior analytical, problem-solving skills and strategic thinking ability
5. Advanced experience using data management, analysis and visualization tools (e.g, SQL, Microsoft Excel, Domo)
6. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (i.e, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
7. Excellent communication skills, both written and interpersonal

This position is based in Westport, CT. We have a hybrid office schedule, and employees are required to be in the office 2 to 3 days per week.

We are not considering remote employees for this position.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Supply Chain

Industries

Consumer Goods