Logistics Manager Job

Division: Bostik, Americas

About the role

Reports to the Plant Manager. Direct reports include Warehouse Shift Leads, Planner/Scheduler, and Traffic Coordinator.

The Logistics Manager leads warehouse and logistics operations, manages inventory levels and accuracy, and resolves availability issues for raw materials and carriers. The role involves significant time on the floor (50%) in a manufacturing environment, with key drivers being customer service, process improvement, and cost reduction.

Responsibilities

• Safely manage warehouse operations, including shipping, receiving, material handling, cycle counting, materials procurement, and planning.
• Provide support and guidance for the logistics team, including off-shifts as needed.
• Ensure all employees complete safety training and follow all EHS requirements.
• Work closely with the Production Manager to maintain proper inventory levels for order fulfillment and financial objectives.
• Interact with personnel outside the Temecula Plant in customer service, sales, inventory management, logistics, and financial operations to meet objectives.
• Hire, train, and develop associates to support operational objectives.
• Foster a team-based culture with high employee participation.
• Measure and continuously improve assigned KPIs, including Perfect Orders, Inventory Accuracy, and Sleeping Inventory.
• Ensure proper housekeeping and organization of warehouses.
• Participate on the plant leadership team and drive plant performance.
• Communicate forecasts to suppliers in alignment with purchasing strategy, production planning, and inventory management.
• Place purchasing orders (grade, quantity, delivery date, special instructions) and maintain PO dates in ERP.
• Check delivery and price for purchased materials; update POs if necessary.
• Coordinate transportation needs for inbound freight as necessary.
• Supervise inventory management (raw materials, packaging).
• Monitor and document supplier quality and service performance; participate in annual Supplier Assessment data collection.
• Propose supplier improvement opportunities.
• Manage intercompany transactions.

Requirements

• Minimum of a B.S. degree.
• APICS certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in warehousing, procurement, or inventory control.
• Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Applications; experience in AS400, Movex, Lotus Notes, or SAP is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.