Manager, Logistics at Van Drunen Farms in Manteno, Illinois

Job Description:

The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing!



JOB OVERVIEW:



The Logistics Manager manages all inbound and outbound freight for North America. This includes leading and engaging employees on these teams to safely plan, move, and ship raw materials and finished goods on schedule, while driving continuous improvement in Safety, Customer Service, Efficiency, Throughput and Engagement.



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• As a member of the Warehousing, Logistics & Distribution Leadership Team, participate in developing and executing supply strategy and goals for the VDF family of companies.


• Manage the dry and frozen logistics teams.


• Responsible for carrier identification, selection, negotiation, and management.


• Establish goals, objectives and strategies covering all phases of North American logistics to contribute to an efficient, functional, operational, and profitable supply chain. Lead team to meet performance goals, regularly communicating expectations for performance.


• Support team with transportation challenges, including prioritization of conflicting needs and follow-through of activities and projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressure.


• Work with Director of Warehousing, Logistics & Distribution to develop operating budget and forecast with financial analyst support. Lead team to meet or exceed budgeted financial goals and to optimize supply chain performance and competitiveness.


• Active participant in company's shipping schedules and inter-company movement, advocating for the best solution for both customer and Van Drunen Farms.


• Develop strategies and improve the performance of current operations through the advancement of materials, techniques, and processes (e.g., logistics broker ways of working). Work with financial analysts to integrate a culture of continuous improvement.


• Create an inviting environment for customers and act as customer service advocate.


• Backup for Ambient and Frozen Warehouse Managers.


• Establish a positive working environment, fostering a culture of growth and development.


• Create, inspire, and maintain an environment for a safe and healthy workforce. Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal OSHA rules and regulations and VDF policies and set expectations for continuous improvement.


• Conducts duties in an environmentally responsible manner.


• Other duties as assigned.

JOB EXPERIENCE
:

• 7+ years' experience in warehousing, distribution, logistics management, or supply chain operations roles, including freight management

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Must identify and align with company Mission Statement: To honor God in all we do; Help people develop; Strive for excellence; Serve our customers with world class products; and Grow profitably.


• Demonstrates strategic thinking and excellence in execution. Relentless about leading to continuously improve all aspects of supply chain operations.


• Proven success in leading supply chain operations.


• Established proficiency in financial, distribution/logistics, safety, and quality leadership and metrics.


• Critical thinker with an ability to analyze complex decisions quantitatively and qualitatively.


• Good working knowledge of transportation equipment, systems, and controls.


• Strong leadership skills demonstrated by excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to the success and well-being of employees. Polished and professional image.


• Willing and able to lead in emergency situations consistent with internal and 3PL operations.


• A Proficiency in the MS Office Suite


• ERP experience

EDUCATION:

• Associate or bachelor's Degree for Supply Chain or similar degree preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Working environment could vary from 0 degrees to ambient

Disclaimer




The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and technical skills required of personnel so classified.



In the Van Drunen Family of Companies, commitment to excellence is in everything we do! As a global ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world's best companies, we thrive on nourishing others with our products and our care for people. If you are looking to make an impact and grow with a family-friendly, values-driven company, you'll fit right in with the Van Drunen Family of Companies!


We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our employees are the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, creativity, innovation, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our Company's achievement as well.


The Van Drunen Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.


If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at recruiting@vandrunen.com.


Van Drunen Family of Companies does not accept unsolicited resumes. Any resumes, CV's, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a submitted request and written search agreement for a position-specific requisition will be deemed the sole property of Van Drunen Family of Companies and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by our Company. Apply Now