Logistics Manager

The Logistics Manager manages all aspects of organization's logistics management function to control, deliver, and distribute products and materials to the destination. Implements an overall strategy, metrics, and processes to deploy an optimized logistic network and operations. Oversees critical and related inventory, distribution, and transportation operations that support the achievement of organizational goals and KPI's for product delivery and customer satisfaction. Selects vendors and negotiates rates and service levels and monitors performance. Ensures compliance with all regulations governing transportation of goods. Utilizes analytics to monitor and measure performance, identify problems in operations, and achieve high performance at optimal cost.Essential Functions Directs and oversees operations within the logistics departmentDevelops logistics plans and procedures to ensure that inbound and outbound logistics needs are metCreates functional strategies and specific objectives for logistics department and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the company infrastructure.Ensures regulatory compliance with logistics requirements.Manages rail fleet, including rates and routingResponsible for distribution warehouses, bulk and packagedEnsures lowest cost to distribute materialImplements hub and spoke distributionActively surveys warehouse market to ensure highest value partnerships are in placeInterfaces with the global logistics team for import/export planning and cost reductionsBuilds and maintains vendor partner relationshipsIdentifies and executes strategies for potential savings for distribution and customer deliveriesInterfaces with sales on RFPs and provides freight elements for pricingAttends customer meetings as neededWorks directly with supply chain on internal logisticsReviews, manages and executes logistics contractsSupports finance as it relates to AP/AR needsAttends business meetings as necessaryResearch freight market and maintains current understanding of market trendsRole Requirements Bachelor's degree preferredDeep knowledge of logistics5+ years of Bulk chemical or liquid experience Strong Hazmat experience and knowledgeSolid knowledge of supply chain and operationsStrong negotiation abilityStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with excellent written and oral communicationWorks well in fast paced environmentAbility to travel 15%Environmental Restrictions Ability to perform essential job duties in both indoor and outdoor environments, including offices, facilities, and external job sites.Regular exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, moving equipment, and uneven terrain.Physical requirements may include sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, bending, reaching, and operating tools or equipment as necessary to perform job responsibilities.Regular attendance and adherence to company safety policies are required.In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state laws, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.Fraud AlertWe have been made aware of communications being sent from email addresses using the domain careerinnospec.com. These communications are not associated with Innospec. Individuals may have been contacted directly or may have interacted with communications using this domain. If you receive a communication from this domain, we recommend that you do not provide personal, financial or other sensitive information. If you receive a message claiming to be from Innospec and are unsure of its authenticity, please exercise caution and verify the communication through the contact details available on our official website. If you believe you have received a suspicious communication, please report it to your email provider and contact Innospec directly.