Logistics / Distribution Center Manager

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At Sinclair Tractor, we pride ourselves on being the destination in Southeast Iowa for agricultural equipment, precision farming, agronomic decision support, NAPA parts and computers. With multiple John Deere dealerships and NAPA parts locations and a computer service location, we are looking for motivated and talented people to join our team.

JOB SUMMARY:

Sinclair Tractor is seeking a skilled and experienced Logistics and Distribution Center Manager to help manage the start-up, and continuing operation, of their distribution warehouse. This location will receive product from our manufacturing facilities and fulfill customer orders in all of our locations and/or direct to consumer.

Candidates must have solid experience in managing warehouse, shipping, and receiving operations. Must have excellent logistical and managerial skills. As the manager of the warehouse location, excellent communication skills are a must.

Reporting directly to President, the Logistics Manager is responsible for the overall corporate strategy, execution and management of the Logistics and Warehouse Management for Sinclair Tractor. In this role, you will proactively guide your team, utilizing Lean tools and methodologies, to initiate safety-focused warehouse operations.

Experience and Skills:

Responsibilities/Duties include:

  • Focus on continuous improvement within the function to make programs and processes more efficient and cost effective; always looking for gaps in efficiency and executing on optimization
  • Responsible for building and managing Distribution Center for Sinclair Tractor
  • Define logistics process and build program for Sinclair Tractor
  • Develop efficient routing for daily logistics runs
  • Resolve problems concerning transportation, logistics systems, imports or exports, or customer issues
  • Oversee material management process at all ports, service centers, remote and local warehouses to prevent supply chain disruptions
  • Develop and deploy a supply chain localization strategy to identify local vendors for procurement
  • Develop distribution center design by material flow, and product handling systems; evaluation and recommending new equipment and systems for optimization and growth
  • Oversee the cross functional coordination of SAP implementation and full-scale execution
  • Ensures adherence to all company policies and procedures
  • Understands and demonstrates the Company’s core values
  • Performs other duties as assigned

BACKGROUND PROFILE:

  • 5+ years of experience in Logistics
  • 3-5 years of experience managing a large distribution center or warehouse
  • Warehouse/DC startup or major reorganization experience preferred
  • Proficient in utilizing and driving results via Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain field preferred

Key Behavioral Competencies:

  • Leading with Impact: Guides and motivates others and is able to direct team to achieve desired end results.
  • Ownership Mindset: Creates expectations of success throughout the firm.
  • People Development: Provides coaching opportunities for others to develop and pursue their passions.
  • Clear Communication: Communication has high impact and encourages openness.
  • Teamwork & Collaboration: Manages challenging issues and understands when appropriate to leverage internal experts.
  • Growing the Business: Focuses efforts on managing work and key client relationships to exceed client expectations.

Benefits:

Expected work hours/Travel

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7am to 5pm. Ocassional Saturdays work may be required as job duties demand. This position requires up to 25% travel to out various locations as needed

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