Logistics Manager

Location: Mentor
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

This position is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Logistics building. This is a hands-on role that will require the manager working 50% of their time on the plant floor. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following is an outline of the basic duties and responsibilities of the position identified above. It describes the duties and responsibilities in the broad scope, and is not intended to be all-inclusive. Individual(s) in this position may from time-to-time be assigned other duties as appropriate. Provides daily direction & leadership to the Logistics team. Accountable for staffing, training and motivation of the employees of the Logistics team; develops a teamwork environment, builds departmental standards for performance, ensures that all employees are properly trained. Conducts annual reviews for employees. Responsible for the hiring of new employees, as well as documenting and enacting disciplinary actions, up to and including employee terminations. Purchases and stores supplies necessary to assure timely shipment of finished product to the customer. Conducts physical inventory counts to assure inventory and cycle count adjustments are accurate. Responsible for all incoming, outgoing, and warehouse movements of materials. Ensures materials shipped & received are verified against proper documentation, and ERP system is kept updated. Ships orders to assure timely delivery to the customer and expedites orders as necessary. Establishes and maintains procedures for determining and meeting customer delivery commitments. Promotes continual improvement and assists Operations in implementation of operating procedures. Monitors the quality, quantity, cost and efficiency of inbound and outbound shipments. Maintains working relationships with transportation representatives, vendors and suppliers to ensure cost control and competitiveness. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS Professionalism and integrity Ability to plan, manage, and balance multiple projects, tasks, customer demands. Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel or Access Proven analytical skills and attention to detail. Strong written and interpersonal communication skills Experience with International Shipments Broad knowledge of accounting concepts, especially inventory accounting and shipping procedures Experience in manufacturing required; the chemical and / or plastics industries preferred. EDUCATION/TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Preferred Bachelor’s Degree Experience in International Shipments Minimum Associate’s Degree 5 years of experience in materials and production

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