Head of Logistics

This is a full time, onsite position based in our Cartersville, GA office. Standard working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, hours may occasionally vary depending on business needs and workload.

The Head of Logistics North America is responsible for ensuring an efficient logistics organization with the objective of sustainable, precise, and efficient delivery to customers, aligned with Döhler North America's strategic plans. This includes optimizing all import/export traffic as well as leading internal and external warehouse activities to ensure cost-effective operation and an optimized North American warehouse network. The successful manager will do this while also meeting inventory optimization targets.

Your Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a complete supply chain strategy encompassing logistics, warehousing, and inventory management aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee the import/export, transportation, distribution, and warehousing functions to ensure cost effective and timely delivery.
• Implement and ensure efficient and effective processes in the company's internal IT systems including documentation and training.
• Implement systems to track and report on inventory turnover, discontinuations, and excess inventory, while driving preventative controls for obsolescence reduction.
• Ensure and implement preventive and corrective actions based on customer complaints and deviation management.
• Organize optimum scheduling and processing of shipments.
• Manage the compilation and processing of all necessary transport documents in consultation with Customs and all Federal agencies, and internal global team members when necessary.
• Manage the scheduling of orders, collection of goods, and coordinate deliveries of raw materials and selling products.
• Manage the coordination of delivery dates with the freight carrier and optimize schedules aligned with Customer Service.
• Supervise, coach, and train the workforce.
• Maintain metrics and analyze data to assess performance and implement continuous improvements.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage the logistics pricing for customs, international (ocean and air) and warehousing service, inclusive of all international and domestic freight lanes for the NA business.
• Manage vendor approval and billing approval for external service providers related to warehousing and logistics

Supervisory Responsibility:

Plant Warehouse Team, Transport Manager

Your Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering or a related field. Master’s Degree preferred.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Proven experience of over 10 years in a senior supply chain, logistics role, with a track record of success in optimizing process and achieving inventory and warehousing cost savings.
• Ample experience with global logistics -  import/export activities and distribution network optimization.
• In-depth knowledge of SAP, WMS, and industry best practices.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to make data driven decisions.
• SOP process development and participation.
• Excellent IT user skil

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We offer:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans to support you and your family
• Paid Parental Leave –Maternity and Paternity Leave so you can focus on what matters most
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match – Plan for your future with company-supported retirement savings
• Paid Time Off – Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with PTO and 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Engagement – Join our Engagement Team for fun events, volunteer opportunities, and ways to connect with colleagues across the company
• Döhler Academy: You have the opportunity to continuously develop your education further through internal and external training programs
• Supportive Culture – Friendly and informal atmosphere, family-owned, flat hierarchies, open communication, and helpful colleagues
• Meaningful Impact – Be an integral part of our business success and help shape the future of nutrition
• Empowerment – Unleash your full potential with opportunities to grow, lead, and make a real difference