Procurement Logistics Manager
Company: Packaging (Bloomfield Hills)
Primary Location: 38505 Woodward Avenue, Suite 200, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304 USA
Employment Type: Salaried | Full-Time
Function: Material Control / Logistics
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Position Summary:
The Procurement Logistics Manager will be working closely with the
logistics leadership team. He/She will be required to make decisions relating
to and based on logistics and supply chain data, develop and maintain lists of
logistics information, review costs, procurements, and processes. This position
will also work to support and incorporate logistics with company procedures and
operations.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Regularly conducts global RFQs for
freight lanes (ocean, air, land, and parcel), performs analysis and
executes the results.
Selects appropriate carriers and negotiates
contracts and rates.
Maintains information/database(s) of
logistics information including contract timing and details.
Develops and maintains an approved supplier list
for all logistics carriers and suppliers.
Collects, interprets, and analyzes
various types of logistics data including reliability of transport and
delivery, and other data related to product supply chain management,
sourcing, and distribution.
Analyzes
freight processes and lanes, recommends improvements to transportation and
warehouse operations.
Reviews and analyzes transportation
costs, parts procurement, and delivery processes.
Uses analytic methods and tools to understand,
predict, and/or control logistics operations and processes.
Monitors warehouse facilities to evaluate
inventory transactions and usage.
Ensures all operations adhere to laws,
guidelines, and ISO requirements.
Will work with other departments
to incorporate logistics with company procedures and operations.
Qualifications
Qualifications and
Skills:
Bachelor's degree in business administration,
logistics, supply chain, or relevant field.
5+ years of experience working in logistics,
warehouse, or transportation operations.
Knowledge of the consumer goods and/or packaging industry.
Solid understanding of supply chain, logistics, inventory, and
management principles
Outstanding analytical, problem-solving, and organizational
abilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of logistics and inventory
software
Strong team player