Logistics Manager Position Available In Greenwood, South Carolina

Job Description:

With five operating divisions, there’s a lot of opportunity tofind your niche and make an impact. Perhaps you’ll click with ourImaging Division that provides one-time-use cameras, digitalprinting equipment, and instax™. Maybe you’ll get charged up aboutour Electronic Imaging Division that markets digital cameras,lenses, and accessories for content creators. Or, you might haveyour eye on our Optical Devices Division, which provides opticallenses for the broadcast, cinematography, videography, andindustrial markets. You could be drawn to our Business InnovationDivision—they develop office and commercial print solutions andenable digital transformation. And if you’re interested in tape,check out our Industrial Products Division—they develop datastorage solutions. We offer a collegial culture and a flexible workenvironment. Our headquarters is in Valhalla, New York, a quainttown just one hour north of New York City.

ResponsibilitiesCollaboration and Strategy:

• Work with Systems Engineering tooptimize systems logic and data to develop a solution to provideour customers with accurate shipping estimates for all ourproducts.
• Work with global teams and category managersresponsible for freight procurement and strategy to alignoperational goals with broader company objectives.
• Work withglobal teams to secure favorable shipping rates with carriers on aglobal basis.
• Review billing statements for accuracy and identifyrecurring issues.
• Implement and support continuous improvementinitiatives based on data-driven insights.
• Analyze the globalsupply chain footprint and recommend strategies to reduce freightcosts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify andexecute continuous improvement projects, including negotiatingshipping, freight, and logistics contracts with carriers,suppliers, and third-party providers to secure favorable terms andpricing.
• Evaluate competitive pricing for comparison as part ofthe strategic business objectives and ongoing continuousimprovement.
• Collaborate with New Product Development andProcurement to identify suitable packaging for new products toachieve optimal ship rates.

Performance Monitoring:

• Monitorlogistics performance, prepare reports, and provide insights oncost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Evaluatecarrier options and work with carriers and Systems Engineering toimplement new services.
• Audit rate pulls with Systems Engineeringto ensure data accuracy.
• Support PM and Sales with customerinquiries and shipping rate estimates.
• Provide analytical supportfor various logistics-related projects and requests.
• Provideproject support for supply chain and packaging procurementinitiatives.
• Offer insights on package dimension thresholds andcollaborate with QA and Procurement to optimize packaging foroptimal shipping rates.
• Address and resolve issues related todelays, damaged goods, or discrepancies in shipments.
• Collaboratewith carriers to address service issues and ensure compliance withagreements.
• Monitor carrier performance using KPIs to identifyareas for improvement and recommend solutions.

Compliance andRegulatory Support:

• Ensure freight operations comply with local,national, and international transportation regulations.
• Stayupdated on US Customs regulations and incorporate compliancemeasures into freight processes. Required Skills/Education
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management,logistics, business administration, or related field to area ofresponsibility or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years’experience in operations management and transportation managementskills.
• Working knowledge of shipping regulations domestic andinternationally.
• Demonstrates ability to plan, set priorities,organize, and coordinate work with others.
• Strong Analytical,teamwork and communication skills.
• Experience presenting tosenior management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, andPowerPoint. Desired Skills
• Experience with

MM/PP/FI

Modules ofSAP preferred.

• Creates a trusting atmosphere by relating topeople in an open, friendly, and accepting manner.
• Demonstratesability to use verbal, written and listening communications skillswith people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Demonstratesprofessionalism, e.g., cooperation, courtesy, assertiveness,non-defensiveness, and accepting of constructive criticism.
• Effectively handles stressful situations (resolving conflict andmeeting deadlines).