Title: Logistics Manager

Location: Rock Hill, SC 

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: M-F 8:30am-5:30pm (1 hour lunch break); may need additional availability on occasion for special projects, etc.

Salary: Commensurate with Experience, Benefits, PTO, 401k

Classification: Exempt

Why Work @ BEDGEAR?

If you’re looking for a career and not just a job, BEDGEAR provides a work environment that accelerates growth for all its team members. Keeping up with the everyday challenges of a fast-growing consumer goods company demands a team of all-in players, who are focused on continuous improvement, collaboration, leadership, and have a growth-mindset. If you want to elevate yourself personally and professionally, surrounding yourself with others that share the same values, beliefs, and behaviors will provide the support and extra push to reach new heights and smash new goals. At BEDGEAR you can expect to find successful teammates who exemplify our core values of being:
HUNGRY - HUMBLE - CURIOUS - CLEVER - COMMITTED - HUMANITARIAN

About the Position:

The Logistics Manager is responsible for providing efficient and cost-effective transportation solutions for import freight and domestic distribution.

What's Expected (including but not limited to):

• Provide supervisory support to coordinators
• Manage carrier and freight forwarder relationships, including rate negotiations
• Measure, manage and improve operations performance for both inbound and outbound freight.
• Build and promote strong vendor relationships with carriers and other product vendors.
• Build organizational capability through continuous improvement activity; establish plan to improve existing conditions and processes.
• Administer 3PL partners in conjunction with Distribution Manager; includes service levels, procedures, and invoice review.
• Consult on customer freight charges and pricing programs
• Improve “last mile” consumer experience
• Create logistical plans for customer rollouts
• Assess and recommend ideal shipping methods, routings, and carriers
• Ensure that shipments are delivered to customers per their specific expectations
• Execute project management for event logistics support (e.g., trade shows)
• Execute project management for logistical entry into new international markets

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• HS Diploma or GED
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and have IDs needed to verify
• English proficient (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension)
• Computer savvy; proficient with Microsoft Office
• Must be extremely detail-oriented and organized

Education/Experience/License Requirements:

• 4-year degree preferred, with preference for technical or supply chain concentration.
•  Experience in in Transportation / Logistics environment
•  Global Logistics experience
• Preferably knowledge and experience with NetSuite.
•  Proficiency in MS Office
• Familiarity with Lean and continuous improvement tools

MUST HAVE:

Strong ethical conduct; ability to make logical and rational decisions independently; creative problem solving and analysis; strong strategic mindset; business acumen; ability to work well in teams; attention to detail; ability to prioritize effectively; strong analytical skills; organizational skills; project management; exemplary verbal and written communication skills; ability to maintain composure in stressful situations. 

About BEDGEAR® PERFORMANCE®

Launched in 2009, BEDGEAR® is the brand of Performance® that provides innovative bedding by focusing on an active lifestyle and well-being. BEDGEAR’s sleep solutions are engineered with Performance fabrics that are temperature neutral and instant cooling and maximizes airflow to allow the body to naturally regulate its temperature. With a core belief of One Size Does Not Fit All™, BEDGEAR has redefined the way people view sleep by developing interactive in-store experiences and breathable bedding products that are personally fit to a consumer based on specific factors, including body type, sleep position and temperature. BEDGEAR is dedicated to integrating environmental responsibility into product development to ensure less returned goods are being sent to landfills. BEDGEAR is essential to the rest and recovery routines of professional athletes and active people who need to maximize their sleep. A proud manufacturer in the USA, BEDGEAR offers mattresses, pillows, sheets, blankets, pet beds as well as travel, kids and baby products that often feature removable and washable covers to maintain a clean and healthy sleep environment. BEDGEAR is represented in more than 4,000 retail stores across the globe and has earned more than 220 U.S. and worldwide patents, trademark registrations and pending applications. Sleep Fuels Everything®!
Learn more at bedgear.com.

BEDGEAR® is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that participates in the E-Verify program!