Life Science Logistics
Logistics Manager (Transportation)
Life Science Logistics - Brownsburg, Indiana, United States, 46112
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
Monitors and analyzes On Time Delivery Establishes and monitor specific supply-chain base performance Designs models for use in evaluating services Resolves problems concerning transportation, logistics, and imports Plans or implements improvements to internal or external logistics Schedules or attends calls with clients on performance Negotiates freight rates in conjunction with the Supply Chain Negotiates with suppliers for the DC Enhance customer satisfaction Develops and maintains key performance indicators Hosts regular business reviews with key providers on behalf of LifeScience Logistics Analyze, recommend, develop, and lead the implementation of opportunities for improvement that optimize transportation Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Logistics/Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field preferred, and/or 5 years of applicable experience Familiar with logistics and transportation principles, concepts, and methodologies, including inventory management, moving product via various modes, cost analysis, and resource optimization Financial or Budgeting background Transportation/logistics planning and analysis Experience with a Warehouse Management System and Transportation Management System Ability to thrive in a fast paced, deadline driven environment and to oversee multiple projects and locations in a virtual environment Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills Responsible for managing multiple tasks and projects concurrently with day-to-day activities Ability to work independently with self-motivation and initiative and results-oriented Confident, clear, and concise verbal communication, writing skills and presentation skills are required
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
:
Ability to navigate through ERP system - Tecsys Elite, Cognos Intermediate Microsoft Office skills: Outlook, Excel (including Statistics and Pivot Tables), Access, PowerPoint, Word Experience with warehouse and transportation environments Understanding of supply chain transportation Ability to conduct/track analytics related to Client performance
ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to successfully pass all preliminary employment requirements (i.e., background check and drug screen). Must have a valid driver's license.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL/VISUAL DEMANDS:
Work is light to medium in nature with frequent walking to perform assigned tasks Occasional lifting of 25-50 lbs. is required Must be able to communicate clearly with shippers and employees
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Activities occur within a typical office environment Hazardous conditions may exist, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current and working in high places
EQUIPMENT OPERATED:
Equipment: Laptop computer, cell phone, fax machine, copier, and desk phone
Systems: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, WMS - Warehouse Management System
LifeScience Logistics is an equal opportunity employer that takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
NO AGENCIES.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Monitors and analyzes On Time Delivery Establishes and monitor specific supply-chain base performance Designs models for use in evaluating services Resolves problems concerning transportation, logistics, and imports Plans or implements improvements to internal or external logistics Schedules or attends calls with clients on performance Negotiates freight rates in conjunction with the Supply Chain Negotiates with suppliers for the DC Enhance customer satisfaction Develops and maintains key performance indicators Hosts regular business reviews with key providers on behalf of LifeScience Logistics Analyze, recommend, develop, and lead the implementation of opportunities for improvement that optimize transportation Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Logistics/Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field preferred, and/or 5 years of applicable experience Familiar with logistics and transportation principles, concepts, and methodologies, including inventory management, moving product via various modes, cost analysis, and resource optimization Financial or Budgeting background Transportation/logistics planning and analysis Experience with a Warehouse Management System and Transportation Management System Ability to thrive in a fast paced, deadline driven environment and to oversee multiple projects and locations in a virtual environment Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills Responsible for managing multiple tasks and projects concurrently with day-to-day activities Ability to work independently with self-motivation and initiative and results-oriented Confident, clear, and concise verbal communication, writing skills and presentation skills are required
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
:
Ability to navigate through ERP system - Tecsys Elite, Cognos Intermediate Microsoft Office skills: Outlook, Excel (including Statistics and Pivot Tables), Access, PowerPoint, Word Experience with warehouse and transportation environments Understanding of supply chain transportation Ability to conduct/track analytics related to Client performance
ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to successfully pass all preliminary employment requirements (i.e., background check and drug screen). Must have a valid driver's license.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL/VISUAL DEMANDS:
Work is light to medium in nature with frequent walking to perform assigned tasks Occasional lifting of 25-50 lbs. is required Must be able to communicate clearly with shippers and employees
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Activities occur within a typical office environment Hazardous conditions may exist, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current and working in high places
EQUIPMENT OPERATED:
Equipment: Laptop computer, cell phone, fax machine, copier, and desk phone
Systems: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, WMS - Warehouse Management System
LifeScience Logistics is an equal opportunity employer that takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
NO AGENCIES.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.