Job Description

Director of Logistics and Warehouse

Department: Chemical - Operations

Job Status : Full Time

FLSA Status: Salary Exempt

Reports To: Vice President of Business Strategy

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; as needed

Amount of Travel Required: 0-25%

Positions Supervised: Yes

WHO YOU ARE:

We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and services to our clients. We are looking for a strategic and experienced Director of Logistics and Warehouse to lead our supply chain operations and ensure the seamless delivery of goods and services. If you are a visionary leader with a knack for creating innovative logistics solutions, we want you to join our team.

WHO WE ARE:

• Leader in food safety solutions for both contract sanitation and chemistry in the food processing industry.
• Over 10,000 dedicated team members across North America.
• Corporate headquarters in Atlanta, GA with team members working in over 250 plants throughout North America.
• Over 50+ years of experience in creating long-lasting partnerships.

OUR MISSION:

We protect the food supply by eliminating risks so families everywhere can eat without fear.

• Protect What Matters: We are in service of safety at every step, ensuring the health of everyone is central to all we do – from plant team members to consumers.​

• Deliver On Our Promises​: We speak honestly and are dedicated to doing the right thing by upholding ethical standards and following through on our commitments to our teams, our customers, and our business.​

• Win as a Team​: We believe in the power of collaboration, uniting our diverse strengths while working hand-in-hand with our team members and customers to unlock potential and achieve stronger results together.​

• Advance a Safer Future​: We are committed to innovating more effective, sustainable, and cost-efficient food safety solutions to develop a safer world for all.​

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Develop and implement strategic supply chain plans and processes to establish a resilient supply chain.

• Monitor, evaluate and improve the performance of all logistics, storage, and order fulfillment processes.

• Negotiate contracts and agreements with all 3rd party freight, storage, and logistics providers.

• Accountable for cost and efficiency control on over $15M annual spend.

• Monitor transportation and storage costs and ensure quality of deliveries.

• Identify areas for improvement and cost-savings.

• Develop, implement, and review logistics and warehousing policies and procedures, including those related to order fulfillment.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.

• Build, maintain, and manage a team of professionals capable of consistently discharging the duties of their respective positions and achieving company KPI’s.

• Create and maintain robust policies and procedures to ensure high reliability for growing customer slate.

• Continuously evaluate geographic storage locations and update plans as needed.

• Establish department KPI’s for productivity, speed, and order accuracy.

• Other duties as assigned.

YOUR MUST HAVES:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics or related field.
• 5 or more years of experience in logistics/warehousing and supply chain management, including people management.
• 10 or more years in logistics and/or warehouse operations.
• Strong knowledge of logistics and warehousing processes, systems, and regulations.
• Strong negotiation and people skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational and communication skills.
• Proven ability to motivate and manage teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Able to travel domestically.
• Detailed oriented.
• Excellent prioritization and multi-tasking skills.

OUR ENVIRONMENT:

This position is based onsite in an office environment where you will be furnished with a cubicle style sitting desk.

Frequently (role requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

Stand, climb stairs, walk, sit, reach outward, squat/kneel, bend. Lift/Carry up to 25 lbs & push/pull 25 lbs.

Constant (role requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Use of fingers and hands. Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less & push/pull 10 lbs or less.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays (varies by location)
• Paid Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program (“EAP”)
• Training & Development Opportunities

Fortrex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, veteran status, age, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status, in accordance with all applicable federal state, and local laws. Fortrex is committed to complying with the laws protecting qualified individuals with disabilities. Fortrex will provide a reasonable accommodation for any known physical or mental disability of a qualified individual with a disability to the extent required by law, provided the requested accommodation does not create an undue hardship for the Company and/or does not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace and/or to the individual. If a team member requires an accommodation, they must notify the site manager or the Corporate Human Resources Department. If an applicant requires an accommodation, they must notify the hiring manager and/or the Recruiter hiring for the position.

YOUR NEXT STEPS:

APPLY! All applications will be reviewed, and qualified candidates will be contacted to continue into the interview process. If you feel like you are a good fit for this position, APPLY! If you want to be a part of a large organization that treats you like family, APPLY NOW!

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