Summary
Reporting to the VP Supply Chain, this position is responsible for coordination of logistics activities within assigned region for Lehigh White Cement. Oversees imports, rail, and truck transportation, as well as Terminal & Supply Chain activities.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Coordinate & monitor shipments to ensure timely delivery and optimization of product & assets, managing cases & repairs with providers as necessary.
- Ensures inventory levels are maintained at appropriate levels as to limit excess while still meeting demand without interruption, as well as ensuring SAP is kept up to date & reconciling for Month End Close.
- Maintain database of contracts, leases, rates, railcar repairs, etc.; assist the Logistics Manager with related renewals/negotiations.
- Audit Logistics Invoices to ensure vendor’s billing accuracy, as well as identifying opportunities for cost reduction.
- Ensure effective communications between terminals, sales, customers, carriers, etc., including but not limited to the compiling & distribution of logistics reports.
- Assist internal & external stakeholders with logistics related requests.
- Provide ad-hoc support of LWCC’s Logistics systems; C-Scale, Steel roads, Vizion, etc.
- Support the onboarding and training of new or less experienced Logistics Specialists by demonstrating standard procedures, explaining processes, and ensuring consistent application of logistics practices.
- Other Logistics tasks as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
- EDUCATION:
- Bachelor’s or associate degree strongly preferred
- EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in supply chain, inventory control or logistics management; experience with S&OP, supply chain planning and/or rail transportation a plus.
- SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & Skills:
- Strong analytical and planning skills
- Solid interpersonal and communication skills
- Computer skills including MS Office suite of products
- MUST have strong Excel skills/knowledge
- Prior experience with ERP systems preferred, specifically SAP
