Director of Logistics

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications:

Location:

MidSouth Division Days:

Monday - Friday; Weekends as need

Hours:

Standard Business Hours; Nights as needed

Full-time or Part-time:

Full-time; Benefit Eligible You are made of leadership material. You have proven people skills, an eye for the big picture, and the drive to succeed. You're also looking for great benefits, the support of an all-star team, and an opportunity to grow your career. Join our team of #HealthcareHeroes! Our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions. Quality is in our DNA -- is it in yours? This opportunity is (full-time, part-time, PRN) during (first, second, third) shift. In this role, you will: Perform a vital part of the patient care process by leading logistics and distribution operations. Support Operations with organizational goals and objectives, including developing and inspiring your team of employees. Create and department approval of related policy manuals for review and approval by senior management. Maintain service contracts and maintenance records. Establish and maintain an internal order acquisition process to maximize cost effectiveness and reduce waste. Oversee internal and outsourced courier operations. Negotiate pricing and terms with contract courier companies and rental terms for courier fleet. Troubleshoot outsourced courier company issues. Maintain department goals, schedule and workload to maximize efficiency of effort. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Federal and State transportation, shipping and storage regulations and act as company resource Manage departmental resources, optimize processes, and maximize profitability. Interact with a variety of clients and commit to customer-focused service. Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.

All you need is:

High School Diploma or equivalent. 10+ years of transportation/ logistic experience 5+ years related manager experience Extensive knowledge of OSH and DOT regulations. A valid driver's license and an excellent driving record for the past three years. Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, under time constraints, without close supervision. Physical capability of regular standing, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting (up to 50lbs). Willingness to travel up to 50% in division area. Bonus points if you've got: Bachelor degree in Logistic, Business, or other relevant subject Previous laboratory and/ or medical transportation experience Military experience We'll give you: Appreciation for your work A feeling of satisfaction that you've helped people Opportunity to grow within the organization Free lab services for you and your eligible dependents Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance Help saving for retirement, with a 401(k) that includes a generous company match A sense of belonging - we are a community! We also want you to know: This role will have incidental exposure to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees will be trained on reasonable safeguards and expected to abide by all applicable privacy, confidentiality and security standards. Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, training, and benefits.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Job Category:

Courier /

Logistics Company:

Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. About Sonic Healthcare USA Sonic Healthcare USA is a subsidiary of Sonic Healthcare Limited, one of the world's largest medical diagnostic companies, providing laboratory services to medical practitioners, hospitals and community health services, with operations in eight countries, on three continents and providing care to over 100 million patients each year. Sonic Healthcare USA is a leading provider of state-of-the-art laboratory services and pathology practices throughout the USA with eight operating divisions and nearly eight thousand US- based employees, 330 Pathologists and serving over 30 million patients per year. Sonic Healthcare USA operates under a federated business model that emphasizes medical leadership and community-based testing services to provide outstanding quality and service to the doctors and patients that they serve. For more information, visit the Sonic Healthcare website at www.sonichealthcareusa.com.