AFL
Logistics Manager
AFL, Duncan, South Carolina, United States, 29334
AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $1.5B in revenue, and employ approximately 7,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.
What We Offer:
Flexible time off policyA hybrid office schedule for qualifying employees401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programsExcellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy optionsOpportunities for career advance with an industry leading company!Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to join our team in Duncan, SC.
The
Logistics Manager
provides leadership and direction within the logistics department, to the Logistics Analysts and others within their assigned groups, daily to ensure all activities are being performed adhering to the corporate logistics procedures. Implements appropriate tracking tools to ensure the achievement of all department Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Responsibilities
Effectively supervise groups within Logistics to ensure all customer requirements are metProvide guidance on the escalation process. Review processes to ensure adherence to policy and adjust accordingly.Review daily workload to ensure adequate availability of resources. Provide leadership in ongoing cost reduction and continuous improvement programs/projects.Anticipate and resolve day-to-day issues, complete root cause failure analyses, and take corrective actionsAnalyze the financial impact of proposed logistics changes, such as routing, shipping modes, product volumes or mixes, or carriers.Communicate freight transportation information to customers or suppliers, using transportation management, electronic logistics marketplace, or electronic freight information systems, to improve efficiency, speed, or quality of transportation services.Implement specific customer requirements, such as internal reporting or customized transportation metricsManage relationships with our TMS/MTS providers
Weekly calls - set up monthly meetings with key leaders- project updates, industry updates, improvements, etc.Quarterly reviews
Manage relationships with all LTL, TL, parcel, and international providersReview KPIs and customer requirements.Ensure quarterly and month-end reporting is executed and validatedVisit Local Plants monthly and engage with shipping teamsConduct RFPs: LTL, Parcel, TL (Dry-van and Flatbed), Air, International OceanPersonal Qualities
Problem-Solving - Excellent ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and provide suggestions for improvements or corrective actionsInterpersonal skills - Communicates and works well with all levels of the organization; develops relationships with stakeholders to ensure their involvement and commitmentInitiative - Keeps abreast of changing regulations and procedures; develops new and innovative methods for implementing Logistics processesWork well in a fast-paced, ever-changing environmentAttention to detailAbility to handle pressure and meet deadlinesQualifications
4-year degree in a Logistics-related field and 5-8 years of relevant work experience preferredExcellent verbal, written, and teams communication skills4+ years of logistics experience with TMS/MTS systemsStrong systems skills, including proficiency with integrated software applicationsThinks critically and can problem solveComputer and software knowledge requiredAbility to interface with multiple levels of the organization and communicate effectivelyWorking Conditions
Normal office and manufacturing facility environment. Some travel may be required, but not frequent (#LI-MB1
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
What We Offer:
Flexible time off policyA hybrid office schedule for qualifying employees401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programsExcellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy optionsOpportunities for career advance with an industry leading company!Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to join our team in Duncan, SC.
The
Logistics Manager
provides leadership and direction within the logistics department, to the Logistics Analysts and others within their assigned groups, daily to ensure all activities are being performed adhering to the corporate logistics procedures. Implements appropriate tracking tools to ensure the achievement of all department Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Responsibilities
Effectively supervise groups within Logistics to ensure all customer requirements are metProvide guidance on the escalation process. Review processes to ensure adherence to policy and adjust accordingly.Review daily workload to ensure adequate availability of resources. Provide leadership in ongoing cost reduction and continuous improvement programs/projects.Anticipate and resolve day-to-day issues, complete root cause failure analyses, and take corrective actionsAnalyze the financial impact of proposed logistics changes, such as routing, shipping modes, product volumes or mixes, or carriers.Communicate freight transportation information to customers or suppliers, using transportation management, electronic logistics marketplace, or electronic freight information systems, to improve efficiency, speed, or quality of transportation services.Implement specific customer requirements, such as internal reporting or customized transportation metricsManage relationships with our TMS/MTS providers
Weekly calls - set up monthly meetings with key leaders- project updates, industry updates, improvements, etc.Quarterly reviews
Manage relationships with all LTL, TL, parcel, and international providersReview KPIs and customer requirements.Ensure quarterly and month-end reporting is executed and validatedVisit Local Plants monthly and engage with shipping teamsConduct RFPs: LTL, Parcel, TL (Dry-van and Flatbed), Air, International OceanPersonal Qualities
Problem-Solving - Excellent ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and provide suggestions for improvements or corrective actionsInterpersonal skills - Communicates and works well with all levels of the organization; develops relationships with stakeholders to ensure their involvement and commitmentInitiative - Keeps abreast of changing regulations and procedures; develops new and innovative methods for implementing Logistics processesWork well in a fast-paced, ever-changing environmentAttention to detailAbility to handle pressure and meet deadlinesQualifications
4-year degree in a Logistics-related field and 5-8 years of relevant work experience preferredExcellent verbal, written, and teams communication skills4+ years of logistics experience with TMS/MTS systemsStrong systems skills, including proficiency with integrated software applicationsThinks critically and can problem solveComputer and software knowledge requiredAbility to interface with multiple levels of the organization and communicate effectivelyWorking Conditions
Normal office and manufacturing facility environment. Some travel may be required, but not frequent (#LI-MB1
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)