Supply Chain Logistics Manager

Panasonic Avionics Corporation; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible-hybrid work opportunities

Unlimited PTO

Medical insurance

401K with matching

Job summary

Panasonic Avionics Corporation in Irvine, CA is seeking a Supply Chain Logistics Manager to lead the freight strategy, performance reporting, carrier negotiations, and carrier relationships to improve service reliability, cost control, visibility, and supply-chain resilience.

You will establish a global distribution network, audit transportation billing, conduct quarterly business reviews, and drive cost-down initiatives while collaborating with distribution, warehousing, order management, and

Qualifications

• College degree in Business Administration or International Business; experience may substitute.
• 2+ years in ERP information technology or support areas (Order, Inventory, Finance).
• 2+ years with Oracle Applications or similar ERP in multiple areas (Distribution, Order Entry, Inventory, Finance).
• 4+ years in distribution and logistics; air transportation a plus.
• 4+ years in contract rate negotiations with logistics providers.

Responsibilities

• Establish global distribution network aligned with lean logistics initiatives.
• Ensure carriers and service providers meet SOP expectations.
• Review and audit transportation billing for contract compliance.
• Perform quarterly business reviews with logistics providers and report metrics.
• Negotiate rates to support cost-down initiatives.
• Develop and train distribution teams on transportation policies and guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Stakeholder communication

Structured planning

Independence

Education

College degree in Business Administration or International Business

Tools

Oracle Applications

Reporting applications

Job description

Overview

Who We Are:

Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as movies, games, Wi-Fi, and now Bluetooth headphone connectivity!

How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that’s here to stay! With our company’s history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry.

If you want to learn more about us, visit us at www.panasonic.aero. And for a full listing of open job opportunities go to https://careers.na.panasonic.com/avionics/jobs (https://careers.na.panasonic.com/avionics/jobs.)

The position:

Lead freight strategy, performance reporting, carrier negotiations, and carrier relationships to improve service reliability, cost control, visibility, and supply-chain resilience.

The Supply Chain Logistics Manager is an empowered team member who will work with Panasonic Avionics Corporation internal customers, specifically, distribution and warehousing, order management, program management, material planning, and cash management. The Manager will be responsible for establishing a supply chain logistics program/network to meet corporate sales distribution and support commitments.

Responsibilities

What We’re looking for:

• Establish global distribution network pursuant to lean supply chain logistics initiatives.
• Ensure that selected carriers, forwarders and logistics service providers meet expectations as defined in the agreed upon Standard Operating Procedures.
• Review and audit transportation billing for accuracy against contracts and tariffs to ensure compliance.
• Perform quarterly business reviews with logistics service providers and report performance metrics to company officials.
• Negotiate rates with logistics service providers to meet and support continuous cost down initiatives.
• Develop, deploy and train all distribution support groups on transportation policies and guidelines.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work well in a high stress, high-pressure environment, and possesses and demonstrates exceptional written and oral communications and presentation skills.
• Ability to be self-motivated and requires minimal supervision while providing leadership and guidance to more junior colleagues.
• Possesses excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both business and technical staff and convey complex ideas both verbally and in written form.
• Ability to work at a detailed level while maintaining and retaining the 'big picture'.
• Ability to take a structured approach in management of day-to-day and long-term activities.
• Experienced using Oracle Applications Order Entry, and Finance desirable.
• Knowledge/experience in reporting applications desirable.
• Knowledge/experience in aerospace transportation desirable.
• Knowledge of international logistics terms and applicability desirable.
• Knowledge, understanding and experience with FAA and Customs requirements desirable.
• Knowledge and experience in logistics routing and freight forwarding desirable.
• Ability to work in a group or alone; oriented towards the good of the whole.
• Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals.
• Recommends changes to policies and establishes procedures that affect immediate organization(s).
• Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• College degree in Business Administration, International Business, or related field. Experience may be substituted for degree.
• 2+ years of direct work experience in ERP information technology or support areas, specifically with Order
• Entry, Inventory and Finance.
• 2+ years experience with Oracle Applications, or similar ERP system, in multiple areas, including but not limited to Distribution, Order Entry, Inventory, and Finance.
• 4+ years in distribution and logistics environment. Air transportation a plus.
• 4+ years in contract rate negotiations with logistics service providers.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

May require travel up to 25% of the time to domestic and/or international locations.

The salary range of $104,000 to $174,000 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum.

Our Principles:

Contribution to Society | Fairness & Honesty | Cooperation & Team Spirit | Untiring Effort for Improvement | Courtesy & Humility | Adaptability | Gratitude

What we offer:

At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program.

• We offer flexible-hybrid work opportunities.
• Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive unlimited PTO. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year plus a paid company-wide shut down in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year.
• Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.
• 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1
• Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program.

Panasonic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law or company policy. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Pre-employment drug testing is required for safety sensitive positions or as may otherwise be required by contract or law. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Avionics Corporation.

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