L & JG Stickley, Inc. Looking for Director, Transportation & Logistics (Manlius, NY) at Manlius NY Full Time

General Description/Purpose:

The Director, Transportation & Logistics will provide a high level of service to ensure employee and customer satisfaction. This will be accomplished by defining the strategic direction for the transportation and logistics functions at Stickley and managing all aspects of Stickley’s distribution network, including:

• Managing activities associated with Stickley’s warehouse operations

• Managing Stickley’s transportation services, including Stickley’s fleet of trucks

• Coordinating delivery to Stickley customers and showrooms

• Managing relationships with third party delivery service providers

• Champion Lean/Continuous improvement initiatives to drive efficiency gains and cost reductions

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop multi-year plan that supports overall business goals, including E-Commerce strategy

• Overall accountability for Stickley warehouse operations, including managing expense budgets

• Support new product development / Market activities

• Manage all aspects of Stickley’s fleet, including scheduling service and initiating new equipment purchases / leases as required

• Manage driver routes to maximize utilization of equipment, including back haul opportunities

• Managing carrier relationships and contract negotiations

• Ensure DOT regulations are followed, proper documentation is maintained, and staff is trained

• Develop & administer programs that result in most economical methods of shipment for company products

• Direct liaison for all 3rd party warehouses and delivery operations; includes monitoring inventory levels

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of 3rd party transportation invoices

• Drive Quality Improvement initiatives to reduce / minimize customer returns

• Ensure all safety guidelines are followed, drive 6S initiatives internally

• Stay up to date with industry best practices / processes

• Have a working knowledge of Stickley systems including Microsoft AX and Podium

• People leadership responsibilities, including development of staff

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or Supply Chain

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 7-10 years of position relevant experience

Essential Skills:

• Solid understanding of domestic and international logistics & DOT regulatory requirements

• Solid understanding of LEAN principles, demonstrated success implementing LEAN

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, good collaboration skills

• Good organizational skills and have ability to prioritize and drive results

• Strong computer skills (proficient with Microsoft Office, i.e., Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Demonstrated knowledge of ERP systems

• Previous contract negotiation experience

• Must be adaptable and flexible

• Must have high ethical standards & demonstrate positive professional image

• Excellent problem-solving skills

Travel:

Benefits:

We offer a competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) Program

• Paid Holidays

• Group health, prescription drug, dental insurance coverage

• Company paid life insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Short and Long Term Disability Programs

• Flexible spending account

• Generous employee discount

Stickley is an equal opportunity employer.