Flender
Overview
Logistics Manager at Flender in Elgin, IL on a full-time basis. If you\'re eager for your next challenge, Flender is a great place to grow your career. Join our dynamic team at Flender as a Logistics Manager, where you will be responsible for all Warehouse Operations in Inventory Management, Receiving, Stockroom, and Shipping. Logistics/Supply Chain Management duties include selecting local carriers, researching shipping methods, cycle counts, team leadership assessing budgets, and controlling warehouse cost & organizing storage. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong attention to detail to oversee daily operations and logistics employees. In addition to having excellent organizational skills, ability to use good judgement and make decisions regarding warehouse activities, you should possess in-depth knowledge of logistics and inventory systems.
Key Responsibilities
Oversees warehouse activities, flow of goods, and workers engaged in receiving, picking, storing and shipping products or materials.
Lead, train, schedule, and manage logistics staff, set productivity goals and foster a safe working environment.
Oversees all inventory related transactions in SAP.
Works and communicates well with other functions such as operations, purchasing, sales, finance, quality and engineering.
Responsible to manage 3rd party logistics providers as per company strategy.
Monitor and enforce safety protocols, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
Oversee and participate in inventory management with cycle counts and year end physical inventory while ensuring accurate recordkeeping to maintain traceability
Monitor and improve warehouse operations, optimizing workflows, space utilization and equipment use.
Identify and implement areas of process improvement and cost reduction
Liaise with other departments, suppliers, and logistical providers to coordinate deliveries and ensure smooth supply chain operations.
Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to support data-driven decision-making
Required Knowledge / Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
5+ years of experience in warehouse and transportation management, including at least 2 years in a leadership role
Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of company staff.
Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a logistics team
Understanding and implementing process improvements and key performance indicators
A strong aptitude for identifying and solving operational issues
Knowledge of health, safety, and OSHA regulations within warehouse environment.
Proficiency in MS Office and SAP
Must work well unsupervised and be self-motivated
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage ambiguity effectively
Understanding of safe handling of logistics equipment and tools such as forklifts, cranes.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
Flender Benefits
Paid Time Off (18 Days)
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
401k (6% Employer Match)
Employee Assistance Program
Contact Your contact person for this job posting is: AnnMarie Day
Flender is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
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Logistics Manager at Flender in Elgin, IL on a full-time basis. If you\'re eager for your next challenge, Flender is a great place to grow your career. Join our dynamic team at Flender as a Logistics Manager, where you will be responsible for all Warehouse Operations in Inventory Management, Receiving, Stockroom, and Shipping. Logistics/Supply Chain Management duties include selecting local carriers, researching shipping methods, cycle counts, team leadership assessing budgets, and controlling warehouse cost & organizing storage. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong attention to detail to oversee daily operations and logistics employees. In addition to having excellent organizational skills, ability to use good judgement and make decisions regarding warehouse activities, you should possess in-depth knowledge of logistics and inventory systems.
Key Responsibilities
Oversees warehouse activities, flow of goods, and workers engaged in receiving, picking, storing and shipping products or materials.
Lead, train, schedule, and manage logistics staff, set productivity goals and foster a safe working environment.
Oversees all inventory related transactions in SAP.
Works and communicates well with other functions such as operations, purchasing, sales, finance, quality and engineering.
Responsible to manage 3rd party logistics providers as per company strategy.
Monitor and enforce safety protocols, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
Oversee and participate in inventory management with cycle counts and year end physical inventory while ensuring accurate recordkeeping to maintain traceability
Monitor and improve warehouse operations, optimizing workflows, space utilization and equipment use.
Identify and implement areas of process improvement and cost reduction
Liaise with other departments, suppliers, and logistical providers to coordinate deliveries and ensure smooth supply chain operations.
Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to support data-driven decision-making
Required Knowledge / Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
5+ years of experience in warehouse and transportation management, including at least 2 years in a leadership role
Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of company staff.
Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a logistics team
Understanding and implementing process improvements and key performance indicators
A strong aptitude for identifying and solving operational issues
Knowledge of health, safety, and OSHA regulations within warehouse environment.
Proficiency in MS Office and SAP
Must work well unsupervised and be self-motivated
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage ambiguity effectively
Understanding of safe handling of logistics equipment and tools such as forklifts, cranes.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
Flender Benefits
Paid Time Off (18 Days)
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
401k (6% Employer Match)
Employee Assistance Program
Contact Your contact person for this job posting is: AnnMarie Day
Flender is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
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