Supply Chain and Logistics Lead

Accelera; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera in Minneapolis is seeking a Supply Chain and Logistics Lead to oversee the end-to-end flow of materials, ensuring production schedules are met through optimized inventory management and efficient distribution.

You will streamline warehouse processes, drive operational excellence, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and manage 3PL relationships to maintain service levels and transportation efficiency across the facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in warehouse operations, inventory control, or logistics management.
• Proven ability to utilize ERP systems for inventory tracking and data analysis.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on corrective action and process improvement.
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate with internal stakeholders and external carriers.

Responsibilities

• Direct inbound and outbound logistics, including carrier management and freight optimization to ensure cost-effective delivery.
• Design and implement warehouse layout strategies to maximize storage utilization and improve material handling productivity.
• Maintain high levels of inventory accuracy by leading cycle count programs and reconciling physical stock discrepancies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align shipping activities with customer commitments and internal production requirements.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to track shipping accuracy, on-time delivery, and overall warehouse efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to resolve operational bottlenecks and standardize best practices across the facility.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers to ensure service levels and transportation efficiency are consistently met.

Skills

Warehouse ops

Inventory control

Logistics management

ERP systems

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's in Supply Chain

Job description

As a Supply Chain and Logistics Lead, you will oversee the end-to-end flow of materials, ensuring that production schedules are met through optimized inventory management and efficient distribution strategies. You will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence by streamlining warehouse processes and enhancing logistics performance to support organizational growth.

About the Role

As a Supply Chain and Logistics Lead, you will oversee the end-to-end flow of materials, ensuring that production schedules are met through optimized inventory management and efficient distribution strategies. You will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence by streamlining warehouse processes and enhancing logistics performance to support organizational growth.

Responsibilities

• Direct inbound and outbound logistics, including carrier management and freight optimization to ensure cost-effective delivery.


• Design and implement warehouse layout strategies to maximize storage utilization and improve material handling productivity.


• Maintain high levels of inventory accuracy by leading cycle count programs and reconciling physical stock discrepancies.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align shipping activities with customer commitments and internal production requirements.


• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track shipping accuracy, on-time delivery, and overall warehouse efficiency.


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to resolve operational bottlenecks and standardize best practices across the facility.


• Manage relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers to ensure service levels and transportation efficiency are consistently met.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.


• 5+ years of experience in warehouse operations, inventory control, or logistics management.


• Proven ability to utilize ERP systems for inventory tracking and data analysis.


• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on corrective action and process improvement.


• Excellent communication skills to coordinate with internal stakeholders and external carriers.

Preferred Skills

• Certification in APICS or similar supply chain professional designation.


• Experience managing 3PL partnerships and complex distribution networks.


• Demonstrated success in leading lean manufacturing or continuous improvement projects.


• Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools and warehouse management software (WMS).