What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Supervisor position at Command Alkon?
Summary of Role
The Supervisor of Logistics is responsible for oversight of the movement, distribution and delivery of all goods, both domestic and International. They will be responsible for managing logistics personnel, coordinating the shipment of goods, ensuring customer satisfaction, and implementing new strategies to streamline shipping processes. They must strategize and implement logistics plans and handle a variety of logistical processes to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the company’s supply chain.
How You’ll Succeed
- Planning and managing logistics, transportation and customer services
- Liaising and negotiating with suppliers and manufacturers.
- Tracking the quality, delivery times, transport costs and efficiency of the movement of goods
- Arranging and planning routes and process shipments
- Resolving any problems arising or complaints related to logistics
- Supervising, coaching and training shipping workforce
- Meeting cost, productivity, accuracy and timeliness targets
- Maintaining metrics and analyzing data to assess performance and implement improvements
- Complying with all laws and regulations including export control.
What You Bring
- Strong understanding and experience in logistics (5-10 years’ experience), supply chain, and distribution processes to manage global/domestic operations efficiently.
- Excellent analytical skills to assess logistics performance and implement necessary improvements.
- Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple logistics operations simultaneously.
- Excellent leadership and management skills to oversee the logistics team and ensure the smooth running of operations.
- Strong negotiation skills to secure contracts with logistics providers and suppliers at the best rates in conjunction with the Supply Chain Manager
- Knowledge of international trade laws and regulations to ensure compliance in all operations.
- Proficient in using logistics software and systems to monitor and control logistics operations.
- Excellent problem-solving skills to address any challenges or setbacks in the logistics processes.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills to liaise with various stakeholders including suppliers, customers, and team members.
- Attention to detail to ensure accurate and timely delivery of goods.
Who You Are
Directs Work – You provide direction, delegate responsibilities, and remove obstacles to get work done effectively.
Plans and Aligns – You plan and prioritize work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
Manages Complexity – You make sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
Ensures Accountability – You hold yourself and others accountable to meet commitments and deliver results.
Resourcefulness – You secure and deploy resources effectively and efficiently.
All Company Core Competencies
Customer Focus: You build strong customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions.
Cultivates Innovation: You create new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
Collaborates: You build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Instills Trust: You gain the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
Self-Development: You actively seek new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
Develops Talent (Mgmt Only): You develop people to meet both their career goals and the organization's goals.