Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent.
Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever-expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.
Logistics Manager directs and coordinates activities of transportation operations to obtain optimum use of equipment, facilities, and personnel by performing the following duties:
Principal Responsibilities:
Ensures transportation availability for all logistical needs.
Transportation emergency storm response lead.
Manages all freight claims as it relates to truck transportation.
Reviews 3rd party performance, carrier sourcing, and performance optimization.
Participates in business development strategies, capital projects, and special projects.
Enforces compliance with administrative policies, procedures, safety rules, and governmental regulations and contract compliance.
Contributes to company transportation's decisions; exploits cost-saving opportunities for logistics.
Negotiates and publishes transportation rates of 3rd party truck.
Develop, implement and monitor 3rd party carrier rates, DOT and safety, service level compliance.
Develops a close working relationship with all carriers and has a thorough knowledge of their operations including strengths and weaknesses.
Initiates contact with the Yard Coordinators & drivers on a regular basis to optimize customer service levels and safety
Service level tracking
Participates and contributes to company safety program.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Management duties included supervision of exempt and/or non-exempt staff. This includes but is not limited to, conducting performance evaluations and improvement plans, approving paid time-off (PTO), assigning or delegating work, providing on-the-job training, giving guidance to staff, taking disciplinary action, and interviewing candidates for open positions.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) or equivalent; or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience: Four to ten years of logistics experience.
License/Certification: CDL preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of email, spreadsheet software, database software, word processing software, and presentation software.
Employee Benefits: As a Stella-Jones employee, you will have access to excellent benefits and incentives including:
The security of working for a company designated as an essential workplace
Comprehensive total benefits package with 3 medical plans to choose from
Several company-paid benefits including:
Dental and Vision coverage
Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) policies
Long-Term Disability Coverage
Access to a robust employee assistance program
Competitive compensation
Annual bonus program opportunity
401(k) savings plan with generous Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred)
2 weeks paid vacation and 9 holidays
Career advancement opportunities
Ability to purchase Company stock
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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