Site Logistics Manager

The Site Logistics Manager is a strategic level position at a high-volume site providing multiple technologies to the Mars Petcare network and direct to customer.  This position has complete, end to end ownership and responsibility for the logistics organization at the site including inbound raws & packs, warehousing, OB logistics, yard management, and transportation.  Position requires excellent team building & management, working closely with supply leadership, scheduling, demand planning, commercial, RDC network, transportation providers, and other corporate functions to support network logistics goals and provide excellent service internally and to end customers.

What are we looking for?  

• BS / BA Business, Logistics, Supply Chain or related field preferred

• 5+ years’ experience in Logistics or Supply Chain Management can be substituted for education.

• Excellent Verbal Communication

• Ability to builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. 

• 3+ years managing people.

• Strong knowledge of SAP, JDA or Red Prairie WMS, ISO, Quality Management Systems, Good Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate, influence, negotiate, motivate and lead a team.

• Ability to lead multiple teams across different areas of operation.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Effectively communicate and influence at all levels of the organization including the reporting and presentation of data

• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Nexus)

• Ability to transfer procedures and training experiences to others

• Flexibility to adapt to regularly changing priorities and quality issues.

• Ability to handle sensitive information.

What will be your key responsibilities?  

• Develop and implement Supply Chain Strategies in line with the OGSM.

• Identify and eliminate “supply chain” constraints to ensure maximum service levels are obtained.

• Coach and develop leaders and team members to successful results, including identifying training and development needs.

• Lead the execution of cultural changes and activities needed to support the FMOS process.

• Maintain contingency plans for time sensitive operations (unscheduled absentees, customer issues, system malfunctions, inventory exceptions, supplier quality exceptions, fleet equipment issues, etc.).

• Develops and maintain root-cause/corrective action procedures including trend analysis resulting in driving process improvements

• Liaison with internal and external partners to manage costs and maximize on time service metrics within the region.

What can you expect from Mars?  

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.   

• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.  

• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.  

• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.   more important client and customer relationships. You’ll work within established knowledge management systems to deliver pre-set outcomes for area of responsibility. You’ll supervise others working within established operational systems.

What can you expect from Mars?  

• Work with diverse and talented associates, all guided by The Five Principles.  

• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.  

• A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.  

• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.   

• Find out more about what Mars can offer you by visiting our Global Careers site. 

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