Logistics Manager jobs in Mississippi

Logistics Manager manages all aspects of an 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. Being a Logistics Manager 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. Additionally, Logistics Manager 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. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Logistics Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Logistics Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Operations Manager II (Supply Chain/Logistics)
  • Penske Truck Leasing and Logistics
  • Branch, MS FULL_TIME
  • Are you an energetic and team-oriented leader focused on commitment to customers, dedication to excellence and innovation?

    Do you have a proven record of leadership excellence and a history of leading teams to consistently exceed established goals in dynamic operational environments?

    Do you have a proven ability to recruit, train, develop, communicate with and retain team members?

    Do you have a demonstrated ability to develop forward looking plans and turn those plans into successful execution?

    Do you have a proven ability to effectively manage financial resources?

    Penske Logistics is seeking a proven leader with relevant experience and skills to join our team of transportation and logistics professionals. We are seeking a candidate to supervise drivers at one of our locations.

    The Operations Manager provides leadership to leading staff to ensure customer requirements are achieved while meeting our Penske goals and objectives.

    Position Summary:

    Lead teams in a dynamic operational environment, to consistently exceed established goals, demonstrate a commitment to customers and a dedication to excellence and innovation. Develop forward looking plans and turn those plans into successful execution. Effectively manage resources to achieve operational excellence and meet or exceed the site financial operating plan. Implement and maintain an incident free safety culture at the operation.

    Major Responsibilities:

    People

    • Establish and sustain that all supervisors and associates are trained and competent and understand how their work relates to the customers' business objectives
    • Establish and sustain that we recruit, hire, train, develop and retain quality associates.
    • Establish and sustain effective, two-way communication that informs and motivates as well as recognizes excellence among team members
    • Establish and sustain strong and effective relationships with associates, the customer, and supporting departments

    Operations

    • Meet or exceed all customer key performance metrics and objectives
    • Interact daily with local customer to ensure existing and emerging customer needs are understood
    • Lead team to identify operational improvements in areas such as route optimization, carrier selection, backhauls, and trailer loading
    • Collaborate with other Penske sites to share best practices, leverage resources/assets, etc.

    Finance

    • Develop and execute annual financial and operating plan
    • Lead the operation with integrity to meet or exceed the Business Plan targets
    • Identify issues with the operating metrics and P&L and make required adjustments in a timely manner
    • Ensure customer billings and associate payroll are prepared timely and accurately, the payables and intercompany charges are valid and correct, and all other activities are accurately reflected in the P&L.

    Safety

    • Lead a culture of safety through personal example
    • Develop, execute, and assess continuous improvement plan to reduce accident and injury frequency
    • Ensure each associate understands their individual role and responsibilities, as well as the group's role and responsibilities required to achieve and maintain a safe work place
    • Proactively identify and correct unsafe conditions, work processes, and behaviors
    • Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies, company policies and procedures
    • Coach through safety observations

    Growth/Customer Experience

    • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and challenge the status quo
    • Execute a process to track and record value delivered to the customer
    • Identify and seize profitable business opportunities for the customer and Penske
    • Utilize available metrics to monitor and maximize customer efficiencies and achieve cost savings.

    Fleet/Assets

    • Lead effort to improve fleet/equipment utilization, maintenance availability and fuel efficiency
    • Contribute to equipment specification at time of start-up and renewal
    • Build a strong working relationship with local PTL district and other equipment vendors
    • Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

    Qualifications:

    • 4 - 6 years related functional experience.
    • 3 years managerial or supervisory experience with DOT regulated positions required
    • High School degree or equivalent required
    • Bachelor's Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management preferred
    • Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint required
    • Must have ability to connect and build rapport and relationships with associates and external customers at all levels
    • Must have ability to work efficiently with time management and organizational skills with follow-up and follow through
    • Ability to manage through a problem and think and make decisions independently
    • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute annual financial operating plan
    • Ability to drive process improvement and lead change
    • Must demonstrate ownership & responsibility for running the operation with a sense of urgency
    • Strong written/oral communication including the ability to present in front of others, and demonstrate active listening skills are required
    • Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
    • Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required.

    Physical Requirements:

    • The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    • The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
    • While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
    • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

    Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Job Category: Logistics/Supply Chain

    Job Family: Operations

    Address: 8640 Nail Road Suite 115

    Primary Location: US-MS-Olive Branch

    Employer: Penske Logistics LLC

    Req ID: 2326432

  • 21 Days Ago

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Logistics Manager
  • Ryder System
  • Jackson, MS FULL_TIME
  • Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking HERE. (https://ryder.com/job-applicant-privacy-policy) Summary The Manager Logistics is responsible to manage all activities associa...
  • 23 Days Ago

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QIDP- Case Manager
  • Case Manager
  • Brookhaven, MS FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
  • POSITION PURPOSE: Responsible for the day-to-day delivery of individual support program services to assigned case load in accordance with Federal, State, and facility codes, regulations, guidelines an...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Plant Manager
  • Comprehensive Logistics
  • Columbus, MS FULL_TIME
  • Be a part of momentum and innovation. Comprehensive Logistics Co. Inc. is accelerating its agile diversification into new markets and expanding its current market base. You’re invited to join this com...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Manager, Account Logistics
  • Bausch + Lomb
  • Jackson, MS FULL_TIME
  • Bausch Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world—from the moment of birth through eve...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Logistics Analyst/GFE Manager
  • R&P Technologies, LLC
  • Pascagoula, MS FULL_TIME
  • Overview R&P is looking for a mature logistics professional who wants to join our team. We are a small-sized defense contractor providing Engineering, Logistics, Program Management and Technical Servi...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Senior Logistic Manager
  • Ryder System
  • Vaughan, ON
  • Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking HERE. Summary The Senior Manager Logistics provides ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Logistics Manager
  • The Judge Group
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • The Logistics Manager oversees and manages all aspects of logistics operations within their department in Oklahoma City,...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Logistics Management Specialist
  • Defense Logistics Agency
  • Fort Belvoir, VA
  • Summary See below for important information regarding this job. Learn more about this agency Overview Accepting applicat...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Logistics Management Specialist
  • VTG
  • San Diego, CA
  • Overview VTG is currently seeking an Logistics Management Specialist to join our team in San Diego, CA at NAS North Isla...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Logistics Manager
  • Stabilus
  • Gastonia, NC
  • Job Description Job Description Logistics Manager Job Summary: Since 1934, Stabilus has offered components for diverse a...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Logistics Manager
  • Mauser Packaging Solutions
  • Oak Brook, IL
  • Mauser is one of the largest manufacturers of rigid metal and plastic containers in North America. Our diverse products ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Logistics Manager
  • The Judge Group
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Our client is currently seeking a Logistics Manager for their manufacturing facility near the Reston, VA area.RESPONSIBI...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Logistics Manager
  • The Judge Group
  • Baltimore, MD
  • Our client is currently seeking a Logistics Manager for their manufacturing facility near the Reston, VA area.RESPONSIBI...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

Mississippi is bordered to the north by Tennessee, to the east by Alabama, to the south by Louisiana and a narrow coast on the Gulf of Mexico; and to the west, across the Mississippi River, by Louisiana and Arkansas. In addition to its namesake, major rivers in Mississippi include the Big Black River, the Pearl River, the Yazoo River, the Pascagoula River, and the Tombigbee River. Major lakes include Ross Barnett Reservoir, Arkabutla Lake, Sardis Lake, and Grenada Lake with the largest lake being Sardis Lake. Mississippi is entirely composed of lowlands, the highest point being Woodall Mountai...
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Income Estimation for Logistics Manager jobs
$98,841 to $133,420

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